Transitioning From Camp to Home/School
Simple transitions seem like a simple thing to ask for. However, when most children leave home to go to camp, it is not always easy to acclimate themselves to the routine and taking care of themselves. For many, it is more independence than they are used to at home. Once they understand the routine and begin making friends, camp becomes exhilarating and life changing!
After getting used to their newfound independence, transitioning from the camp experiences and growth can make the back to home and school transition challenging. A recent article outlines some simple ways to help your child transition home and prepare for the school year. Your child learned a lot about independence, which can serve them well at home. The positive changes incurred at camp can greatly influence how things are run at home. By taking care of themselves and their surroundings while at camp, campers are more likely to continue that at home! So, encourage their positive progressions rather than yearning to take over as caretaker! Also, ask them about things they liked to do at camp or what they miss doing at camp. If at all possible, allow them to teach you about that and perhaps try to incorporate that activity at home. It will help your child transition home as well as bring some vibrant, empowering changes to your home life!
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