Teaching kids to dress themselves cuts morning chaos and builds confidence for school. Start with easy clothes like t-shirts, then move to trickier items like socks. Turn it into a game with timers or bets to keep them engaged.
Here's why it's really important to teach your child to get dressed independently. When they start school, first of all, it's going to make it much easier for you in the morning after a bit of time. I know it takes longer in the beginning, but once they get used to it, then it's quicker for you. Secondly, when they get to school, you want them to be independent. You want them to be able to do things fast and for themselves, and then they can focus on playing and socialising and learning and interacting with other children. So here's what I advise: start with the easy things— t-shirts, shorts with elasticated waist— and then graduate to the harder things like socks and underwear. So make it fun for them, do a kind of bet you can't, put a timer on and see how you go with it. But definitely start practicing as soon as you can. Message me below and I'd love to send you my new guide, 10 Great Ways to Get Ready for School.
