6 expert tips to calm back-to-school anxiety for families {issue 45}

Plus, how to buy a kid-friendly coffee table (and our top picks!).

August 12, 2021 No. 45 What's on your end-of-summer bucket list? We'll go to the zoo, make some whipped lemonade, and pack a giant picnic for the park. Enjoy these final days before school! — Thao     6 Expert Tips to Calm Back-to-School Anxiety for Families As we wind down the summer and begin thinking about what it means for kids to go back to school amidst emerging concerns and ever-changing regulations, families are scrambling to find balance and reassurance. It's beginning to feel like mental and emotional whiplash, if I'm being honest. So: what can parents do to cope with these emerging anxieties? read more > cubby ❤️ Bearaby's adorably named Nappling, a weighted blanket designed for kids, gives littles that snuggly, safe feeling — especially after a long day of adventuring and learning.   eat     The USDA Is Extending Its Free Lunch Program — Here's Why I'm Going to Continue to Pack It's not my favorite task, but it's an important family tradition for us. read more >     5 Reasons Why I'm Excited for My Kids to Order Hot Lunch From personal convenience to communal equity: here's why we'll take advantage of the free lunch program. read more > play     13 Brand-New School Supplies That Kids Will Be Obsessed With Nothing says back to school more than these bright essentials! read more >     5 Brilliant Ideas for Making Playtime More Magical than Ever Sometimes, we just need a good dose of delight in our days. read more > live     11 Pro Picks for Kid-Friendly Coffee Tables, Plus How to Buy One for Your Family Safe, stylish, and durable: see what coffee tables designers and parents are buying for their homes. read more >     5 Easy Tips for Designing a Stylish (and Accessible) Kids' Bookshelf You want kids to be able to reach their favorites and for the room to look polished. Here's how it's done. read more > cubby finds: backpacks  jungle Scandinavian teal koala monogrammed ask maxwell Since you're so amazing at gifts: can you suggest a gift that will truly delight a 7-year-old who doesn't like much more than video games? — Don Dear Don,   Great challenge! Let's see what we can do. Before I start I'll also say, no matter what you think of my response, don't give up! 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 ) morning vibe 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