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Being the new kid in school will never be an easy experience. When all your classmates already have friends to hang out with during recess, when everyone’s already paired up on the bus, and when your teachers know everyone except you, how’s a kid supposed to deal?

Don’t worry–we’re here to help. Here are some easy ways to make transferring campuses easier for your child this back to school season.

Involve your child in the process.

Make sure your child is involved in every step on the way. Bring them with you when you visit schools, ask them for their opinion on the schools on your shortlist, and maybe ask them to list what they’re looking forward to about switching schools. This is an exciting month in your kids’ life!

Dispel your child’s fears.

Unless your child had a traumatic experience in their old school, they probably wouldn’t be too keen to transfer schools. They’d be leaving a familiar environment and saying goodbye to familiar faces–that’s got to be difficult for anyone, regardless of age. Make the move easier for your kid by discussing the things their concerns and fears. Address all their concerns, and get them to see the bright side of switching schools.

Plan a “switching schools” party for your child.

Make sure your child gets to say goodbye properly to all their friends and favorite teachers. You can have a small party at your backyard and have your child invite their closest classmates and teachers. Ask the guests to write notes wishing your child good luck at their new school, and encourage them to stay in touch.

Create a digital scrapbook documenting your child’s time at their previous school.

Gather all of your child’s pictures with their previous classmates, scan their best artwork and treasured notes, and compile them into a digital album commemorating their time at the school. This way, they’ll always fond memories of a crucial part of their formative years.

Display the digital scrapbooks on a Nixplay Frame so their memories will always be at their fingertips. Get 25% off selected frames for our Back To School Sale, only until August 25!

How to Make Going Back To School More Fun For Your Child

By Mars Salazar

On August 10, 2019

In Lifestyle

Going to back to school isn’t a fun experience for every kid. After all, who wants to hit the books again after playing around and lazing about all summer long? Not most kids, that’s who.

But this school year’s going to be different–it’s going to be more fun and exciting. Here’s how you can do it.

Have Them Help Plan Their Meals.

You know what every kid’s favorite subject is? It’s not math, art, or P.E., but recess. Making your child the coolest kid in the cafeteria is guaranteed to get him/her excited to go to school. You can achieve this by planning your child’s meals with them. Make their food look and taste good, and they’ll be very excited to walk out the door in the morning.

Designate A Study Nook.

It’s definitely more exciting to do assignments and learn new things when you’ve got a nice place to study in. It works for a lot of people, and it might just work for your child, too! Designate a place in your home as a study nook with colorful school supplies, organizers, and a corkboard or whiteboard where your child can pin up their homework and mementos. Give your kid the opportunity to decorate the study nook and they’ll be more excited to use it.

Display Photos Taken During The School Year.

Don’t forget to display all the photos your kids have taken during the school year! Display them on a Nixplay Frame, which can be easily updated with their latest snaps. Take advantage of our upcoming Back To School Sale and get 25% off selected Nixplay Seed Frames, only from August 12 to 25!

Write Down The Reasons Why School Is Fun.

Sit your children down and have them list everything they love about school: Their friends, their crushes, their favorite teachers, the field trips, their favorite subjects, the beautiful campus, the opportunities to represent their school in competitions. This exercise reframes their mind, allowing them to shift their focus from the things they dread about school, to the things that get them excited about it.

Shop For New Clothes.

One more way to get kids to excited to go to school is to spice up their wardrobe a bit. Be it a new pair of jeans, t-shirts with prints they love, or light-up sneakers, they’ll be eager to parade them in the schoolyard and show them off. It probably is an unconventional way to stay motivated, but it might just work!

Mars Salazar

Marianne is Nixplay’s Web Content Editor. Her hobbies include exploring new places, playing table tennis, and cuddling puppies. Send her a message at marianne.salazar@nixplay.com.

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8 Simple Things That Can Make Your Dorm Room More Homey

By Mars Salazar

On September 2, 2018

In Home & Interiors

For teenagers, there are few things more exciting than entering college. Meeting new people, attending interesting classes, finding lifelong mentors who can bring out the best in them—these are all amazing experiences that can encourage good habits and build character.

And if they’re attending college far away from home, the chance to stay in a dorm is another opportunity they shouldn’t miss. Aside from fostering independence and camaraderie, being able to decorate your own nook is also a great chance to flex those creativity muscles. That said, here are some items that can make any dorm room feel like home.

1. Clean bed sheets and fluffy pillows

Nothing beats collapsing on a cozy bed after a long day of classes and meetings. Plus points for freshly laundered sheets!

2. An area rug

Placing a small rug in the dorm helps a lot in making the room feel more like home. For dormers with roommates, make sure you all agree on the rug’s design so it doesn’t clash with their own decor.

3. Photos of loved ones back home

Displaying pictures of friends and family helps a lot in easing homesickness. Better yet, get a Nixplay Seed 8″ Wi-Fi Cloud Frame—it can display hundreds of photos in vivid HD, plus it’s small enough for any desk or bedside.

The Nixplay Seed 8″ also comes in four colors, so it won’t clash with the rest of the room. Get it at up to 30% off, only until September 14!

4. Cozy room scents

Scents can evoke certain feelings or trigger certain memories. A reed diffuser or a room spray in your favorite scent—lavender, freshly baked cookies, whatever floats your boat—will instantly make your dorm feel more like home.

5. Plants

A low-maintenance plant, like a succulent or a snake plant, adds some color and livens up your space. A plant also has a lot of benefits: They’re natural dehumidifiers and stress relievers, they can make you more responsible, and, as any grade schooler can tell you, release oxygen and help you breathe better.

6. Your own lamp

Some dorm rooms have really bad lighting, making them not the best place for all-nighters. Bringing your own lamp is a quick fix for this. Get a portable one that you can take from your desk to your bed easily.

7. A first aid kit

And we’re not talking about those pre-packed first aid kits you can get in a store (though they’re useful to have!). You know your body better than anyone else, so stock up on medicine and supplies you know you’ll use often.

8. Extension cords

Watching a movie or Skyping in bed are both great ways to unwind after a long day at school. These activities, however, can drain your gadget’s juice, and the “low battery” sign easily puts a damper on your “me time.” Since most dorm rooms have limited power outlets (which are usually located in the most inconvenient, impractical places), an extension cord can be a lifesaver.