Before-screen rules work better when kids can see them. A short checklist moves the conversation away from repeated reminders and toward a visible plan.
Pick the non-negotiables
Use only the tasks that truly matter: dressed, food, one help task, and one body reset.
Use the same order
Kids argue less when the routine is predictable. Changing the order every day creates more negotiation.
Make the screen window clear
If screens are allowed, the checklist should show what comes before and what happens after.
Next step: use this page as a quick entry point, then choose the more specific printable or routine below.
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