Small Steps - Guide for R Parents TransitionY1 - Flipbook - Page 10
Rou琀椀nes, Sleep, and the
Role of Play
Consistency is your ally. Children need predictable rou琀椀nes to feel safe and
focused. Aim for regular bed琀椀mes, calm mornings, and structured a昀琀er-school
wind-downs. A good night9s sleep is essen琀椀al for concentra琀椀on, learning, and
emo琀椀onal regula琀椀on.
Build a bed琀椀me rou琀椀ne with reading, a quiet environment, and limited screens
before sleep. In the morning, involve your child in ge琀�ng ready: laying out
clothes, packing bags, and checking a visual schedule.
Don9t forget the importance of play –
even as learning becomes more
formal. Play supports crea琀椀vity,
reduces anxiety and helps children
process their experiences. Whether it9s
free drawing, Lego building, or
dressing up, allow 琀椀me for your child
to unwind and recharge.
