12 incredibly functional entry rooms and how to organize one for your family {issue 43}

Plus, a breakfast so easy that your kids can make it themselves.

July 29, 2021 No. 43 In time for National Friendship Day on August 1, we're reigniting all the lost connections from the last year. From outdoor playdates to easy sundae parties, we're finding new ways to just be together. Hug a friend today! —Thao     12 Incredibly Functional Entry Rooms and How to Organize One for Your Family The second kids walk through the door, a tornado of stuff gets hurled everywhere — most likely landing on the floor right at the entrance. In an instant, chaos and clutter consume one of the most important spaces of the home. After all, the humble entryway sets the tone for a house. It's the first impression you make on guests, and wouldn't you rather say, "Welcome to the Griffins" than "Enter at Your Own Risk?" Plus, you want to feel calm and safe entering your house, not stressed and overwhelmed.   The solution: a well-designed entryway. Now we're not saying you have to have built-in farmhouse style cubbies to achieve order (but if you can, they're great!). A Shaker peg rail or hooks with bins work in just about any space. You do, however, want to create a system that flows with your family's needs. read more > cubby ❤️ In our household, we're loving Mighty Kind, the beautiful new magazine for kids focused on kindness, empathy, and global perspectives. Each is chock-full of great storytelling and stunning art.     eat     This Breakfast Is So Easy, My Young Kids Can Make It Themselves Nutritious, simple for kids to make, and endlessly versatile — who knew such a breakfast was possible? read more >     How a $200 Costco Trip Feeds This Nutritionist and Her Family of 3 for a Month These are the must-have groceries that kept us nourished and well within budget for the month. read more > play     A Tinker Box That Guarantees Hours of Play — with Almost Zero Prep Time And did we mention it's totally free? read more >     10 Best Water Bottles to Keep Kids Hydrated This Summer Hydration should not be a chore — and these well-designed bottles will make them actually want to guzzle water! read more > live     12 Cribs That Designer Parents Swear By We've got the scoop on this critical decision for parents — plus, the most stylish options for every budget. read more >     The Trendy Swing Chair That Lured My Bookworm Child Outside This magic chair is a perfect combo of vintage-meets-modern style and hug-you-while-you-read functionality. read more > cubby finds: cacti  pillow hamper sheet mural ask maxwell My son is starting school this year — hurrah! He's a little nervous, so I'm hopeful you have some suggestions on fun back-to-school rituals to get him excited again? —Andrea Dear Andrea,   Nervousness around big changes like this is totally natural and it also means that your son has a healthy regard for what is about to happen. Assuming that he's not battling learning disabilities (as my daughter was), which can sneak up and really make school daunting, or that class is full of little bullies, which I have no solution for, let's just step back and see what we can do for a child that's nervous about a big new exciting challenge. read more > Maxwell Ryan is a father and was an elementary school teacher in NYC before founding Apartment Therapy. He'd love to answer your question: askmaxwell@cubbyathome.com ( trust us ) Sunscreen hack Unsubscribe or Manage Your Preferences  View this email in your browser  Apartment Therapy is full of ideas for creating a warm, beautiful, healthy home. If we've inspired you, we may receive a share of purchases made through this email. Apartment Therapy Media 270 Lafayette Street, Suite 1300 New York, NY 10013 ABOUT | CONTACT US | PRIVACY POLICY | TERMS OF USE