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Question of the week – organising your children

Sunday, March 6th, 2011

I’m going to be doing a talk later this month on organising for children.

What are your biggest challenges in this area?

I’ll also be hosting a free teleseminar and I’ll share the 5 most common areas, so have at it – let loose with your frustrations, concerns, challenges or where you’d just like some ideas.

P.S. I thought I’d show you my minimalist children. When we get to them in the mornings, their beds have nothing but the sheet and maybe a book.

Connor started this trend and I see he’s taught his sister well :)

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Ask the organiser – 7 ideas to organise art projects

Wednesday, August 1st, 2007

I received a question from someone who says.

I need help!!! How can I organize my 5 year old daughter’s art projects?!?!

Start by teaching your child valuable organising skills from an early age that will stand them in good stead later in life. A two-year-old can do basic organising like throwing all their dolls into a basket (categorising).

It’s important to realise that quantity does not equal quality! Sit with her, go through the projects and let her decide on her favourites. This helps the child to prioritise and learn.

A word of caution – make it easy for your child. There is no point in setting up a complicated system that will be difficult to use and maintain.

Actual organising of the projects

  1. Have a folder for each year of school. Your child can choose what she wants to keep and the rest can go.

  2. Scan the projects and burn to CD.

  3. Take a picture of your child with the projects.

  4. Use artwork to wrap gifts for family and friends. WIth children going to parties all the time, you’ll be sure to get through all that extra artwork in no time.

  5. Fold into an envelope and post to distant relatives. They will love getting mail and your child will love the idea of sending a letter.

  6. Laminate favourites and use them as placemats.

  7. Have a treasure/ memory box. When the box is full, it’s time to go through it and declutter.

Anybody else have some bright ideas?

(c) Marcia Francois

Marcia Francois is a time management and organising coach who empowers small business owners and other busy professionals who want to make the most of their time. You’ll get simple, practical organising and time management secrets to help you work less and enjoy life more! Visit http://takechargesolutions.org/?page_id=21 if you want to Organise your home.
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