How to Build Routines at Home: Helping Your Child Thrive

Young children feel safest and most confident when they know what to expect. Routines give structure to the day, help reduce stress, and encourage independence. At home, simple daily routines can make mornings smoother, mealtimes calmer, and bedtime easier—not to mention, they support the skills your child is practicing in preschool.

• Security & Comfort – Predictable patterns help children feel safe.
   
• Independence – Kids learn to do things on their own when rout