By Bridgette Waldau

During my school years as a child, I remember dreading the first day of school, not because I did not like school but because I loved the summertime and did not want it to end. My guess is that many children today are feeling the same way. A great thing is that parents today are finding fun and affordable ways to make that first day of school a special day to look forward to, especially for young children.

Back-to-school traditions can help children stay grounded during the transition from the carefree days of summer to the more structured days of school. These rituals can help ease anxiety and frame the back-to-school experience as special. By creating these traditions, parents also provide a space for children to sort out their feelings and express themselves. „

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