Daily Routine Chart for Kids
Having a daily routine in place for your kids is one of the best parenting decisions ever!
Transition times, like Morning, Afterschool, and Bedtime can be particularly tricky and an awesome place to fit in a routine.
If you have kids, you gotta have some routines.
- Routines help kids become independent.
- Routines stop you from having to micro-manage your kids.
- Routines allow for pockets of calm throughout your family’s day.
It can be hard for kids to remember their routine – which is where these cards come in handy.
Printable Daily Routine Charts
In this packet, you’ll find blank printable charts so kids can easily follow a routine. Plus, we’ve included a list of many possible options for morning, afternoon and evening routines.
Scroll down for your free daily routine chart printable, just click the red button.
How to Start a Routine
- If you are totally new to routines, start by choosing just one time of the day and pick a few things from the list to be a part of your routine.
2. Write down the steps on the appropriate card with your child – or have them write down the steps for themselves.
3. Place the list where kids can see it and/or have them carry it around while they are going thru their routine.
Bonus: Laminate for sturdiness or put in a small plastic frame. We love these restaurant clips, pictured above.
Remember, be patient and consistent-routines take some time to become, well…….a routine!
Here’s a Preview of Your Free Printable
There are a few times during the day where routines are key. Usually these are the times when your kids are transitioning from one thing to the next.
Morning Routine Ideas for Kids
It can be hard to get kids up and out the door on school mornings without nagging and yelling, I get it!
A routine will help your kids to be more independent. You can do what you need to do in the morning – and so can they!
These are just a few ideas for your morning routine. You may be able to come up with more ideas that fit your family.
Afternoon and Bedtime Routines
Go ahead and download your Free Routine Charts to see ideas for your kid’s After School and Bedtime Routines, too.
If you need more help getting a routine in place, here are a few super helpful blog posts:
