About House & Home: Host a Back-to-School Party

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House & Home From Diane Schmidt, your About House & Home Editor Our next-door neighbor, Dave, thinks our street needs to get together to celebrate the approaching first day of school. Besides the fact that he's happy to see his five children back in the classroom, he says it's a great way for the neighborhood kids (and parents) to have a last summer party before the onslaught of homework, team practices and winter hibernation. I couldn't agree more. Host a Back-to-School Party While the adults celebrate the first day of school, some kids dread the thought of returning to the classroom. But getting friends together before the first bell rings is a fun way of reintroducing your kids - after a long summer break - to their social network. Create a Homework Area Before your kids get back to routine, it's a good idea to get them organized. One way is to create an area in your home dedicated to homework. Even if this illicit groans from little ones, you'll find that an inspiring space can help turn groans into grins come report card time. Pack a Waste-Free School Lunch While green isn't a color we associate with school lunches (unless it has to do with eggs and ham), we can all help the environment by taking some simple steps to packing a waste-free school (and office!) lunch. Back to School for Your Dog Kids aren't the only family members returning to school. Like my friend, who recently enrolled their beloved family dog in obedience school. And just like his kids, in order to succeed, my friend needs to ensure that his dog has the right supplies, has been enrolled in the right school and that both he and the dog are ready to work. Find out more. House & Home Ads Party Ideas Back to School Year Bounce House Party Party Planning Theme Church Party Decor Featured Articles Sew Your Own Durable Back Pack What is Biodynamic Farming? When to Reduce the Price of Your Home How To Install a Sump Pump Child Proof Your Home Common Electrical Mistakes   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About House & Home newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Advertisement