The governor of California recently announced he is expecting all public schools across the state will be closed for on-campus learning for the remainder of the school year. This undoubtedly will send families with school-aged children into a massive routine disruption. Many parents are working from home and supervising their children at a time they would normally be under the direct care of teachers or childcare providers. Homes have, overnight, been transformed into learning environments with very little time to prepare. We have a few suggestions to help you for what is to become a few very long months.
Dedicate a school-only space. Consider a spot like the formal dining room or living room, places you don’t use every day, and set up your temporary schoolhouse there. If you choose the dining room, assign a chair for each child and his/her own personal workspace with his/her own technology device (if available) and school supplies. This will make them feel like they have their own desk like they do at school.
Find a corner to relax. Now is time for that reading nook you’ve always wanted. Try to find a place in the house where your kids can either separately or together have a quiet and comfortable space to read and study. It can be as elaborate as a dedicated quiet room to a cozy closet filled with pillows and portable lighting. If you have more than one home-schooled child, have them take turns using this space alone. Read More:
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