School is starting and for some kids that can be scary. �New classes, new friends, and new teachers can make kids feel a little nervous. �Having a fun first day can calm those nerves and hopefully help kids feel excited about this new year.
The first day of school can set the stage for the year. �Here are a few fun and easy first day of school activities that you can do. �Maybe you can make them into a tradition and have your kids look forward to�many more first days.
Back to School Breakfast- �Think of your kids favorite breakfast and make that for the first day. �You can even add some special desserts like donuts, waffles with whip cream or sprinkles and pancakes. �Start the day out right with something special for your kids. �You can even decorate their chairs.
Decorate your car or bikes- If you drive your kids to school, have them decorate the car the night before with their names and grades. �Put balloons inside and play fun music as you drive. Keeping upbeat and positive will help with calming nerves. If you walk/bike to school, decorate their bikes with crepe paper.
First Day of School Banner- Make a big banner out of butcher paper that says something like “First Day of School Rocks” or “This Year will be Awesome.” �Then when the kids are coming home hold it up on both ends and have them run through it. �Make it like the football teams do when they run through their banners at games.
School Goals- Sit down with your kids after their first day and write down some goals they want to achieve this year. �Hang up their goals in their room, on the fridge, or another visual spot. This will help the kids have a direction to go this year and hopefully learn something new. Some ideas- Make a new friend in class, learn how to play a musical instrument, read at a higher wpm goal, complete homework right after school.
Dinner Picnic at the School-�For dinner, pack a picnic for the family and go to the school. �Sit and eat on the school grounds and talk about the first day of school. �Have the kids show you where they play and what they liked about their first day. �This would be a good time to talk about their goals as well. �Sitting and talking as a family at the school can make the school areas feel more comfortable.
Hopefully these traditions can help your kids start this year out right! �:)
