Little Monkeys Bathroom Posters … Free to Download …

June 6, 2015

  I’ve created another set of fantastic posters for you of four common tasks that little people need to remember in the bathroom and toilet. When my kids were toddlers, posters like these were a fun way to teach them and remind them of simple things. To download, simply click on the “free to download” banner under each poster and print … totally FREE … laminate or frame and attach to the wall or tiles. I hope you like them.   If you have family or friends who you think would use these great charts/posters, please feel free to … read more

After School Routine Charts to Help you Get Organised … FREE to Download …

May 17, 2015

  Arriving home after school at the end of the day can be dreadfully chaotic. Kids can be tired and there’s homework to be done but a little bit of organisation and routine can definitely help to get everything done before bedtime.   I’ve created these fantastic After School Routine Charts, which are perfect for younger kids. Establishing routines will help them to develop independence because they know what they need to do, when they need to do it and in what order things should be done. Routines help them develop basic time management skills as well as … read more

Cleaning Teeth Chart … Free to Download …

April 7, 2015

  Teaching kids good dental habits is essential when they are young because hopefully those habits will stick with them all through their life. Good dental habits will help kids develop strong, healthy teeth and help minimize decay but it can be hard for little ones to remember to brush their teeth.   Kids get easily distracted and are usually too busy with the important job of playing, so when my kids were little, a chart that reminded them to brush their teeth morning and night worked miracles.   I’ve created a fantastic Cleaning Teeth Chart for … read more

Kids Morning Routine Charts … Are you Ready for School? … Free to Download …

March 8, 2015

    Getting organised is usually achieved by creating routines and habits, so helping toddlers and young children to develop these skills is very important.   Routines and habits are good because they:   create consistency   provide structure, which in turn gives kids a sense of security   help kids develop independence because they know what they need to do, when they need to do it and in what order things should be done   help kids develop basic time management skills   promote a calm, … read more

How Creating a Simple Routine Helped me Win the Battle Against Dirty Dishes …

November 6, 2014

  Doing the dishes is one of those tasks that’s necessary but not a whole lot of fun. I’m sure everyone you talk to will have a different method and routine but if there’s one thing everyone will agree on … the dishes can’t be ignored!   Now, I definitely don’t want to spend the entire day chained to the kitchen sink but I also don’t want everything piling up on the kitchen bench either, so for me, it’s about finding some balance, creating a routine or a process and keeping that routine simple. Here’s what works for me:   I am fortunate to own a … read more

Little Bunnies Bathroom Posters … Free to Download …

October 13, 2014

I’ve created another set of fantastic posters for you of four common tasks that little people need to remember in the bathroom and toilet. When my kids were toddlers, posters like these were a fun way to teach them and remind them of simple things. To download, simply click on the “free to download” banner under each poster and print … totally FREE … laminate or frame and attach to the wall or tiles. I hope you like them. If you have family or friends who you think would use these great charts/posters, please feel free to share. Please Note: These … read more

My Tips for Cleaning the Inside of the Fridge …

October 7, 2014

  Most of us spend a lot of time in the kitchen, so it’s important that it’s well organised and working as efficiently as possible. And because it’s where we do all our food preparation, it’s also important that the equipment and utensils we use are super clean. Cleaning and getting organised is mostly about creating routines that are simple to follow and that helps us to develop habits. I’m a creature of habit so it helps me to choose a day of the week to perform regular or routine tasks and that helps me stick to it. Some weeks other things get in the way … read more

How to be a Tidy Cook in the Kitchen …

October 3, 2014

  I do agree, cooking can be a very messy event! And when I hear people say “I hate cooking!” what they often mean is they hate the mess and cleaning that comes with cooking. But to be honest, cooking and cleaning go hand in hand. So here are some of the things I do to help keep my kitchen clean when I’m baking or preparing dinner.   Start with a clean kitchen. Nothing makes a kitchen messier than a kitchen that’s already a disaster before I even start, so I like to start with clean benches. I take a few minutes to put things away and wipe down the … read more

Bathroom Routine Posters … Free to Download …

August 22, 2014

Recently I shared with you a fantastic Chart I’d created for the bathroom to help kids learn and remember to complete simple tasks. When my own kids were little, I used things like this all the time because it was a fun way for them to learn. If you missed that post, you can download your free copy below: These proved to be really popular so I’ve now created for you, each habit/routine as individual posters. Download one if you are focusing on a particular habit/routine with your child or download them all … it’s up to you and, as always, they are … read more

Teaching Kids Good Bathroom Routines & Habits (Part 1) … Free to Download …

June 13, 2014

Routine and structure are really important for kids because it gives them a sense of security … a sense that their environment is safe and familiar. It also helps them to develop self-discipline rather than waking up every day to new rules and change. Teaching kids (young ones in particular) to be clean, tidy and safe in the bathroom can sometimes be a bit tricky and I found when my own kids were little, I used lots of charts to help them remember to complete simple tasks and to develop good habits and routines. Today I’m sharing a cute chart that I created for a … read more

10 Reasons to Make Your Bed Every Morning …

April 2, 2014

  What’s the first chore or job you complete in the morning? For me, I always make the bed when I get up (unless, of course, hubby is still asleep) and open the curtains. I suppose it’s a habit that I developed from a young age, so here are ten good reasons to make the bed every day:   It’s a simple task. It’s not difficult to make the bed and a smooth, made bed just feels so much nicer and cleaner. Simply pull up and straighten the sheets, blankets and bedspread, plump and tidy the pillows and your done … so simple even the kids can do … read more