Back to School – Dressing for Success in the Classroom by
Mrs. Dorothy Barron
Getting children ready to go back to school can be a costly
process, but does not necessarily have to be. There are some items that
students must have; if your child is not required to wear a school uniform,
today’s blog post is for your consideration.
Clothes can assist with self-esteem and send a message to
others about your child and you, the Parent. Looking good and feeling good
about one’s self provides a great boost to one’s self-esteem. For many Parents,
the budget is tight – to non-existent, but such does not mean you cannot dress
your child for success in the classroom. For boys, such does not take much – a
nice clean shirt, pants, clean tennis shoes and they’re ready to go. Young
ladies have a tendency to want to look their best and often the newest fads can
be costly. Consider the following:
Get Creative!
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Check store ads for sales and bargains – stores compete
for back to school business and Parents; such can be an advantage to you and
your child.
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Check out Craft and Thrift Stores –
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Purchase unadorned items which may be less
expensive and accessorize with items from a craft store. Assist or allow your
child to create or stamp his/her own mark and/or design of Individualism
(self-expression); such can be applied on clothing, shoes, school items and etc.
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Drag out that sewing machine and those knitting
and crocheting needles and have some fun while being savvy and thrifty; you can
assist your child with being an individualist. Engaging in these
endeavors may also reduce stress for both you and your child.
Most importantly, insure your child’s clothing are well-cared
for and presentable-the use of an iron or fabric softener to remove wrinkles
can make a big difference in the presentation of clothing. Sometimes, it is the
small things we do that send the greatest message(s).
Illustrator Credit: Niks
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