WORK IT! (kiddos home?)

Trying to adjust to working from home and have the kiddos running around?  Here are a few tips!

1. Schedule, schedule, schedule! Try as much as you can to get kids up and dressed for the day. Have a schedule for homework to be completed daily and then free time. This will help you know when you can work as well as keep your kid off  TV, TikToK and Instagram all day.
2. Let your kids know you will be working throughout the day and set them up in another space if possible.
3. Take breaks every 45 minutes (or as needed) to check in with the kids.
4. Prepare their snacks/lunches to have on demand.
5. Create your schedule so you time to walk away from “work” to hang out; maybe even go for a walk.
6. Have all the toys, games, puzzles ready!
7. We know screen time might increase. Forgive yourself!  Try and find some interactive lessons online like Scholastic. https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html
8. You can adjust your work schedule to include some evening hours after the kids are asleep.
9. Work when they nap! (Or nap when they nap for your break).
10. While video conferencing or conference calls, let your co-workers/clients know there might be some interruptions and kids flying by your screen. 

BREATHE!!!