8 Tips for establishing good daily routines for children

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A predictable structure is good for everyone, and has special benefits for little ones.

The way we organize time and the way we relate to space are very important in our daily lives. Children need to have routines and habits in order to feel secure in their environment.

As a parent, take these words to heart:


Daily routine is to children what walls are to a house: It gives their life boundaries and dimension. An established routine gives a feeling of security, and it gives a sense of order. (R. Driekurs, 2003)

Routines help people to establish schedules and ensure a good balance between activities. They help children to develop physically and emotionally.

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8 Tips for establishing good daily routines for children