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More order in the children's room

Edina knows the challenges of family life not only because she is a mother herself, but because she has had different experiences through her work. Order is often a central point of conflict. In this blog post she shows how you can ensure more order in your home.

Edina Weth-Weil

A qualified teacher, Marte Meo consultant, mother of two children and encourager.

Oh dear, what does it look like here?

In which rhythm Every family should find out for themselves how the children's room is tidied. Whether it's straight after playing, once a week or when you can't see the floor anymore... One thing is clear! It's a part of life and you can't avoid tidying up.

Edina is a qualified teacher and shares her tips for keeping the children’s room more tidy.

It's all about structure!

Now we adults have something important ahead of children: a
some understanding of " structure " - namely externally and internally .

  • external structure

    The external structure can be implemented well and, above all, visibly for the children.

    For example, through shelves with boxes that are equipped with small symbols for the toys contained in them, or the beautiful, easily differentiated color storage baskets by Sterntaler.

  • Inner Structure

    But how do children learn an inner structure? Here they need the positive , motivating and close accompaniment from us adults.

    There is a basic idea: the younger the child, the smaller the task! The most important thing is that the child should be able to complete the task well and thus experience himself as competent. This helps him good self-image to build up.

Cleaning up can be learned!

The term " Clean up " is quite clear to us adults. For
For children, it is more abstract. They are faced with the chaos of wild play and have no idea how or where to start.

"Cleaning up" basically serves as a generic term for smaller categories, which in turn  have subcategories.

One task at a time!

In order to get involved in the task and to develop motivation and willingness to cooperate, it is up to us as a reference person to positive atmosphere to create an environment in which tidying up can be learned in a relaxed manner.

Go with good mood to your child! Do not see the upcoming task as an annoying burden, but as a good opportunity to spend time with your child, giving him many small moments of success you can give.

And now the Practice and repetition Your child will show you how long he or she needs support from you.

Here are a few important features at a glance:

Cell phone gone

Put your cell phone away! Smile relaxed and start with a clear overview of what will happen next: "Okay, my darling, now it's time to start cleaning up. We'll start with the craft corner."

Specific tasks

Give your child a small, concrete task (what should go where) from a subcategory that he or she can easily accomplish:

"First, please put all the colored pencils in the pencil box."

give time

Give your child time and wait carefully to see what happens. This shows your child that you trust them to complete the task at their own pace.

Praise

Smile encouragingly. Acknowledge their effort when they have put the pens away, for example with "Great. That was really quick." This serves as a clear end to this little task. The child notices that their effort has been noticed and feels seen and valued.

A good feeling!

Always remember: Give your child the feeling
"You can do it and you will be rewarded for your efforts
perceived." This gives motivation and with motivation, learning is
simply.

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Edina Weth Weil
Als diplomierte Pädagogin und Marte Meo Beraterin ist sie Mutter zweier Kinder und setzt sich leidenschaftlich dafür ein, Familien zu unterstützen und zu ermutigen. Ihre positive Einstellung und Empathie machen sie zu einer inspirierenden Mutmacherin für Eltern und Kinder gleichermaßen.

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