We've received thousands of after-school organizational tips from busy moms and dads all across the country. We'll be adding more tips soon, but you can start with these helpful ideas.
My tip is a simple one. I keep a calendar on our refrigerator of each day's events. It lists chores, dance classes, sports, and times and who is riding with who. Our house would be chaos without it! —Leigh L. from Kelso, WA
Each time your child comes home from school, ask them what was good about their day. It starts the evening off positive and helps nurture the child-parent bond. —Marlene R. from Lexington, MN
I set out my kids' snacks (and cover with a napkin) on the table as I leave to pick them up. When we get home they can sit right down and eat, so no pestering for their snacks ;). —Karen P. from Yukon, OK
After school each child spends 10 minutes picking up a different room each day. All items are accounted for and fewer school things get dropped and left behind. —Peggy T. from Edwardsville, KS