2261: Life Skills: How to Teach Your Kids to Organize by Julie Morgenstern on Parenting Advice & Parent Lessons
Aug 1, 2024
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In this conversation with Julie Morgenstern, an expert in organizational skills for kids, she shares innovative techniques to help children learn to organize. She stresses the importance of collaboration, encouraging parents to involve their kids in creating personalized systems. Julie highlights that organizing isn't just about tidiness—it's a valuable life skill that develops over time. Expect patience and teamwork, as the process strengthens family bonds while teaching children to manage their space effectively.
Involving children in the organizing process fosters valuable life skills, strengthens the parent-child relationship, and promotes shared responsibility.
Age-appropriate strategies for teaching organization are crucial, evolving from simple designated places to personal responsibility as children grow.
Deep dives
The Importance of Involvement in Organizing
Involving children in the organizing process significantly enhances their learning experience. Instead of taking a dominant role, parents should guide their kids in organizing their spaces, starting with simple tasks like cleaning out a fridge or a closet. This hands-on approach not only teaches children valuable skills but also fosters a deeper understanding of their own preferences and priorities. Engaging with them in this way reinforces the idea that organizing is a shared responsibility, ultimately strengthening the parent-child bond.
Age-Specific Strategies for Teaching Organization
Teaching organization requires age-appropriate strategies that evolve as children grow. For preschoolers, parents should emphasize that all items have designated places, while school-aged children can start to categorize their belongings in ways that make sense to them. As tweens, children can learn to distinguish between meaningful items and clutter, encouraging them to declutter and reflect on their changing identities. By the teenage years, instilling a sense of responsibility for personal organization supports their busy lives, making it easier for them to manage their time and belongings effectively.
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Episode 2261:
Julie Morgenstern shares expert tips on teaching your kids to organize, emphasizing the importance of involving them in the process. By creating personalized systems and making organizing a collaborative activity, parents can help their children develop valuable life skills and strengthen their relationships.
"There’s only one thing more frustrating than not being able to clear your own clutter - and that is coming home at the end of a stressful day and being confronted with your kid’s mess."
"The key to successfully organizing a kid’s room is involving your child in the project as much as possible."
"Don’t expect instant results. Organizing is a process that’s mastered and refined over a lifetime."