Back to School

It is that time of year again when children are getting ready or already have gone back to school. I remember when school started in September, and now it is year round or on different tracks that make it often difficult for children to go back to their routine.

Did you know that it takes a month, a full 30 days for a child and their parents to get back into the swing of an academic routine? A month! So in September, most children who have already started school will finally be back into the swing of things, and most parents will feel they have control of the schedule once again. 

Below I have attached a link to a great article. One that is found on the ICPA4Kids website, and has great information regarding children and those who may have some difficulties with change. It has great tips of how a parent or teacher can help a student who may have learning difficulties. 

Enjoy! 

http://icpa4kids.org/Wellness-Articles/healing-our-children-with-attentional-emotional-and-learning-challenges/Page-3.html 

Backpacks and Back to School

This is an issue we have spoken about a lot, especially for children who have back pain from overly heavy backpacks.

Rather than trying to re-invent the wheel, here is a great article regarding backpacks and how it can cause a child to have issues.

http://www.spine-health.com/wellness/ergonomics/backpacks-and-back-pain-children

If you have questions about if your child's backpack is too heavy, or if they are wearing it properly, please do not hesitate to bring the backpack in with your child. A good rule of thumb is to try to keep the weight of the backpack 15% or less of the child's weight.