I sat down recently and thought about what I NEEDED my kids to learn this summer, what I thought they could practically learn this summer, and what would be fun for them to learn this summer. These would be our Summer Goals.
Here are the goals that me and my little cubs will be working over the next few months.
Curtis can practice his Addition and Subtraction facts. Gabs MUST learn to tie her shoes for kindergarten. Anabelle ABSOLUTLY has to eat lunch during the 30 minute time frame that she’ll have in Prekindergarten, which is much shorter than the HOUR AND A HALF pace she’s currently sitting at. Griff MUST be potty trained this summer. I’m over the diapering stage of life!!!
Next, I made my little chicken scratched chart pretty and printable for you. Print it out. Assign some goals.
(Don’t forget your own, like “STOP HOARDING, YOU WEIRDO.” That’s my goal. I listen better to myself if I call myself playful names.) Learn and grow together!
Heather Moritz has great ideas on how to set goals with kids using her SMART goals printable. She explains the importance on teaching goal setting and offers an easy way to accomplish it.
Setting goals for the summer is another great way to keep organized, in control of the chaos, and focused. Without the interruptions of a school day, you will be able to obtain those goals in a condensed amount of time with greater consistency and reinforcements.
Brainstorm with your kids and include them in your goal setting. There may be some things that they want to learn to do that you have never thought of. Include those ideas along with your ideas of things that need to be accomplished this summer.
Good luck! Talk to you soon! ~Brooke
Great content! Keep up the good work!