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Tips for the First-Timer’s First Day of School

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August 10, 2015 By Autumn Rose Reo 23 Comments

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  1. AvatarAmy Desrosiers says

    August 12, 2015 at 11:35 am

    What a cute chart for my kids! They are going back soon and I think this could benefit them all.

    Reply
  2. AvatarJeanette says

    August 12, 2015 at 12:07 pm

    Great tips! I had SUCH a hard time with the first day of school for my little one. I think I might have cried more than he did. Great tips and awesome printable!

    Reply
  3. AvatarJennifer says

    August 12, 2015 at 1:56 pm

    These are great tips. I remember my first day of school. I was terrified!

    Reply
  4. AvatarKathy says

    August 12, 2015 at 1:59 pm

    Great tips! I have one daughter who starts school for her first year. She’ll be a preschooler! She’s very excited about school and I’m sure she’s going to do great. My other daughter starts 1st grade and she already loves school, so I know she’ll do well.

    Reply
  5. AvatarGentle Bim says

    August 12, 2015 at 3:25 pm

    These are great tips. You’ve got to have all your ducks in a row on any school day, but on the first day, it’s an absolute must.

    Reply
  6. AvatarScarlet says

    August 12, 2015 at 3:50 pm

    I like the back to school schedule to help kids visual how their day will go. Lots of great suggestions.

    Reply
  7. AvatarSunny says

    August 12, 2015 at 4:42 pm

    These are some cute back to school tips. I especially love the schedule!

    Reply
  8. AvatarRobin (Masshole Mommy) says

    August 12, 2015 at 7:33 pm

    I cried my son’s first day of kindergarten. It was so hard 🙁

    Reply
  9. AvatarDanielle says

    August 12, 2015 at 7:58 pm

    Great tips! My son will be starting preschool next year and even though it’s still a year away I’m already nervous for him and for myself. Anything to help is always appreciated.

    Reply
  10. AvatarAshley Sears says

    August 12, 2015 at 8:20 pm

    We homeschool but we have our first day of school like other kids. However, our first day of school photos are a bit different!

    Reply
  11. AvatarShauna says

    August 12, 2015 at 8:49 pm

    What an adorable idea. I have two going back this year and one who is starting, so this is very helpful… Thanks so much for sharing…

    Reply
  12. AvatarAimee Smith says

    August 12, 2015 at 9:05 pm

    I love that this chart includes digital time and a picture! Great way to help kids learn!

    Reply
  13. AvatarMistee Dawn says

    August 12, 2015 at 9:48 pm

    These are such great tips. And I think that printable schedule is such a great idea for the youngsters!

    Reply
  14. AvatarDonna says

    August 12, 2015 at 9:55 pm

    These are great tips! There is so much to remember and consider when kids start school, especially the first time.

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  15. AvatarAnn Bacciaglia says

    August 12, 2015 at 10:31 pm

    My kids are both in college now. Their first day of school seems so long ago. Having a chart like this would be a great way for kids to keep track of what to do next.

    Reply
  16. AvatarLiz Mays says

    August 12, 2015 at 11:53 pm

    These are great things to have around to kick off the semester. That schedule would keep things running smoothly.

    Reply
  17. AvatarSabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert says

    August 13, 2015 at 12:34 am

    You really have to do everything you can to make sure your kids are prepared for school! The last thing you want is for them to fall behind because of something their parent forgot to do!

    Reply
  18. AvatarAubrey says

    August 13, 2015 at 1:05 am

    First day of school is always fun. For both kids and parents.

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  19. AvatarSeattle Travel Blogger says

    August 13, 2015 at 1:30 am

    These are great tips. I know the first day of school can really be nerve wracking for parents and their first child.

    Reply
  20. AvatarOurfamilyworld says

    August 13, 2015 at 4:59 am

    Keeping a routine is very important for first timers. These are great tips you’ve shared.

    Reply
  21. AvatarMama to 5 BLessings says

    August 13, 2015 at 12:08 pm

    What a great check list. I need to print this off for my kids for those busy mornings when we have homeschool functions out of the house.

    Reply
  22. AvatarTy @ Mama of 3 Munchkins says

    August 13, 2015 at 2:34 pm

    My oldest is in college now but the first day of school was a blast. I volunteered and that made everything so much easier for her.

    Reply
  23. AvatarAmanda says

    August 13, 2015 at 8:30 pm

    I just love these tips! I still remember the day my baby went to school and now I am waiting for babies 3 and 4 to go to school!! Crazy how fast the time goes. Love your tips.

    Reply

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