Set up a Go Zone for kids (as published on Kidspot)

Go Zones are go!

Ready, set go! The Go Zone is like a set of starting blocks for your household, containing all the essentials for a smooth exit. Car keys – check! Sunscreen – check! Schoolbags – check!

It’s a great idea for streamlining departures and minimising last-minute dashes inside to find forgotten items. The setup also provides an area for everyone in the family to store their daily items.

Full Go Zone article here.

There are some further tips to encourage kids to stay tidy here.

You can also help children declutter.

For another amazing kid hack, have you heard of colour-coding the kids?

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