Wellbeing  

I came across this lovely video that you can watch as a family about lockdown.

Some ways you can support your child's learning 

• Keep to a regular bedtime and wake up schedule, this will help keep a routine in place and will help for when school returns.
• Get dressed for the day’s learning, discourage pyjamas!
• Encourage good hygiene practices.
• Create a learning space.
• Make a plan for the day, chat about the day's expectations so there are no surprises. Have regular breaks, this can include 5-10 min brain breaks during tasks.
• Give rewards for tasks completed like 30 minutes of iPad time, fun or special outside activities when the morning activities have been handed in.
• Provide healthy snacks and water, it may be helpful to make a packed lunch in the morning to get them through the day.
• Aim for less than a full school day at home.
• Keep a balance between work, play, social and sleep- turn off screens an hour before bed.
• Build in physical activity, creative activities, reading and down time for your children, yourself and family time.

Parent Self Care 

• Take Breaks - brain breaks and de-stress - all sorts of enjoyable ways.
• Move - stretching regularly, walking, running, yoga, dancing, cycling.
• Keep connected socially - check in buddy, walking buddy, fence chats, Zoom, all media form.
• Use Positive Self Talk - What’s more healthful/helpful thinking?
• What are the silver linings/opportunities?
• Learn a new skill? Lots of online classes.
• Be grateful!