COVID-19: How to Create Daily Rhythms for Your Kids
With our kids out of school for the foreseeable future, our homes can become pretty chaotic environments. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Here is a sample schedule you can use to create daily rhythms for your kids while they are stuck at home for a few weeks.
School is out and home is in! What a great opportunity to take advantage of time with your kids. Okay, it may seem like a daunting task to figure out creative ways to fill your entire day, but we are here for you! We have created a daily guide to help you be intentional (and productive) during your time at home.
8 AM - Rise and Shine
Read your Bible, have breakfast, and get ready for the day!
9 AM - Learning Time
Complete a portion of your schoolwork for the day sent by your teacher.
10 AM - Be Creative
Do an art project or craft activity with materials you have at home.
11 AM - Get Outside
Go on a nature walk, play ball, or ride your bike!
12 PM - Lunch
Have a picnic. Put electronics away and connect as you enjoy lunch together. Have everyone share a funny joke or story.
1 PM - Quiet Time
Spend time reading, doing a quiet activity, having managed screen time, or take a nap!
2 PM - Learning Time…Again
Spend time on your schoolwork and complete your assignments for the day.
3 PM - Get Moving
Go outside and play or do an online exercise class; you can even have a dance party! Helping with chores around the house is another great way to get moving.
4 PM - Reach Out
Find ways to love your neighborhood and community. Call friends, make/mail cards, pray for friends and family.
5 PM - Fun Time
Free play! Do something of your choice.
6 PM - Dinner
Have a meal together. Talk about the highs and lows of the day.
7 PM - Family Activity
Play a game or watch a movie together (anything that creates quality time).
8 PM - Bedtime
Read a family devotion or story from the Jesus Storybook Bible. Get ready for bed, listen to a worship song, and pray together.