"Household transitions are stressful to any student, but especially so for one who struggles with organization. Whether the change is due to divorce, separation, or a big change to an existing household structure, parents often underestimate the impact these kinds of changes can have on a young person whose plate is already very full. "
(page 236, Kindle edition)
"Find ways to make simple things easier; it’s hard enough for a child to keep to an academic schedule without having to wonder if he’ll have the right books or materials on hand, or have a place to work. Make sure the basics are covered. Create a consistent transition plan. Most kids don’t want to worry about how they’ll get from point A to point B. Let them concentrate on other issues."
(page 236, Kindle edition)
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