Helping kids adjust to change

Kids thrive on routine, but life never stays the same for long.

Kidspot offers advice for helping kids cope with change, including a range of tips, strategies, and skills for developing resilience.

Helping kids through transitions

Transitions that may seem "little" in our eyes can be difficult for some children, and going back to school may feel like starting all over again.

Positive Parenting Connection offers tips and conversation starters for helping children through change or difficult transitions, and equipping them with good skills and strategies.

Adults sometimes need a hand too

Change is inevitable, but that doesn't mean we always embrace it or find it easy to manage.

Psychology Today suggests 10 ways to cope with big changes and come out a better person.

Getting back to routine

After so many weeks away from friends and teachers, children may need support transitioning back into their normal school routines.

The Parenting Place is going back to the future to support kids in their return to school, including guidance for children of different temperaments.

Routines support resilience

Having a predictable routine can help children feel secure and confident to manage change.

All Right? offers tips to get your child loving daily routines, including routine charts for kids of different ages, and advice on incentives.

Managing expectations and behaviour

During times of transition, it's ok to adjust priorities and expect less from yourself and your children.

The Ministry of Education's tip sheet on supporting yourself and your children during transitions offers guidance on preparing your child, and suggests targeted support for different behavioural concerns.