The most important thing is routines help a child build confidence in themselves. When a child has a routine established and knows what is expected out of them and how long they have to get the job done it will help them to manage their time and behavior. Children thrive on pleasing their parents and work hard to do so.

Routines can include simple routines such as morning, after school, dinner, before bed to including such events as family time, house work, sports events, etc. Plan your week ahead of time and include appointments and other activities that don't interfere with your daily routines. When you have routines it not only benefits the children but the family as well, for there is less stress and everyone is prepared.

Here is a list of some daily routines for children and how children benefit from them.

Morning Routines. Mornings can be very hectic for everyone, but if you have your routine in place it will make it alot easier on everyone to get their day off to a good start. How you feel in the morning usually lays the foundation for your day. If you wake to having to rush around to find clothes, bookbags, etc. and rushing to get a little breakfast before being pushed out the door, your going to feel unhappy, aggrevated and totally stressed. Feeling this way will make you feel angry and stressed, Not a good way to start your day.

After School Routines. This time can be set to give a child time to get a snack and refresh. After school routines could include snack and refresh time, chores, and an allowed time for homework. After school routines can help children understand how to manage their time.

Dinner Routines. Dinner routines are very important. This is the time of day when families can come together and discuss their day. This routine can help a child understand the importance of interacting with others and manners.

Before Bedtime Routines. This routine can include brushing your teeth, laying out clothes, bookbags, etc., whatever you may need to start your next day, to reading a story together. Building a bedtime routine will help your child in learning how to be prepared and the importance of a good nights rest.

Every Family is diffrent, and should build routines that work for their family. Routines may be diffrent for each family but they all still teach our children the same thing. That is, confidence and stability.

If you don't have a routine with your children and never tried one, Take this challenge. Try setting one or two routines, such as morning and before bedtime and stick them for atleast two weeks and see how diffrent things will be. You will be less stressed and will be more apt to sharing some precious time with a precious child. You will also see a diffrence in your child, he/she will be more rested and prepared so this along will make them more confident in themselves.