As we head into the busy back-to-school season, I’m actually excited. The kiddos are gearing up for a tremendous year, one we all want to make the most of. Last year was so hectic and disorganised that we leaned on frozen pizza and takeaway for our meals — not the diet for young achievers.
This year, we have a subscription to EveryPlate — Australia’s lowest price meal kit that makes home cooking easier than ever.
EveryPlate inspired me to put together a list of actions that will help you and your family make this a school year to remember.
10 Tips to make Back-To-School Easy:
1 – Establish A Solid Routine
A week or two before school starts, adjust bedtime and wake-up schedules to fit the school week. Consistent routines help with better sleep and readiness in the morning.
This goes for the kitchen, too. Searching for recipes, shopping for food and preparing meals are time-consuming tasks. Let EveryPlate take care of it for you.
With 20 minute recipes, kid-friendly meals like Cheesy Beef Enchiladas, or the yummy Chinese-Style Beef & Green Bean Noodles, EveryPlate has something for everyone and every lifestyle — and it starts from only $2.19 per plate!
2 – Establish Consistent Mealtimes
Stay hydrated and make sure the young ones eat a balanced breakfast and have nutritious snacks and lunches. Quality food is necessary for concentration and balanced energy levels.
Each week, choose from 27+ tasty recipes — curated and developed by EveryPlate’s culinary experts — and get wholesome, easy, budget-friendly meals delivered right to your door. There are loads of options including premium and kids’ favourites. Check out EveryPlate’s version of chicken tenders — like the Golden Crumbled Chicken Tenders with roasted veggie toss. Yummo!
3 – Limit Screen Time
Of course, I had to include this one. Set boundaries for screen time, especially for non-educational activities. Encourage other hobbies and arrange playdates or meet-ups with friends to rebuild social connections that were lost over the summer months.
4 – Get Organised
Not having to worry about dinner night after night will give you energy to get organised in other important areas. Use planners or calendars to keep track of assignments, activities and important dates like the first day of school, holidays and deadlines for assignments or projects. Teach your child to check and update it daily.
5 – Be A Climate Hero!
Quick Quiz: How much food is wasted in Aussie households each year?
Would you believe it’s about 2.5 million tonnes? That’s over 4 kgs per household each week!
But don’t worry, with EveryPlate you can rest easy knowing your wasting less. They only buy the quantity of ingredients to fill your orders. And their pre-portioned meals ensure you only receive exactly what’s needed for your family — seriously reducing the food waste associated with supermarket shopping.
Going with EveryPlate’s delicious veggie recipes is also being kind to the planet. Meals like Baked Tomato & Zucchini Risotto and Middle Eastern Coconut & Veggie Pie with Potato Top are just as yummy as a regular EveryPlate meal.
6 – Organise A Study Space
Set up a clean, quiet area at home for reading, studying and homework. When you’re in that space, that’s all you do.
7 – Family Cooking Nights
With EveryPlate’s easy 4 step recipes, it’s easy for the kids to get involved. Grab those aprons, turn on a family playlist and prep-time will fly. Cooking is an activity to be shared and enjoyed, just like the delish dinner you’ll soon be eating.
8 – Get Sorted The Night Before
Pack backpacks, set out clothes and prep those lunches the night before to reduce the morning madness and get a smooth start to your day.
9 – Enjoy Meals from Around the World
With EveryPlate there’s always something new to explore and enjoy — bringing tasty flavours and variety to your table, so it’s easy to expand the family’s palate. Travel the world with their global cuisine.
10 – Bring A Smile To School
Stay positive about school and learning. Enthusiasm is contagious and helps your child approach school with a positive mindset.
By following these tips, kids will feel more prepared and confident as they head back to school. So, why not make dinnertime a little easier and a lot more affordable? Choose meals for 2, 4 or 6 people. And EveryPlate’s flexible subscription allows you to pause, reactivate or opt-out whenever you want.
With delish dishes starting at only $2.19 per plate, that’s dinner at a price that can’t be beat. What a terrific way to reduce stress and set up a smart back-to-school cadence. EveryPlate gets top marks from me!