If you find yourself spiraling about your child's future and how they'll possibly survive an thrive on their own—take a breath. These key skills can start them off on the right foot.
 
This list that breaks down the top life skills by age group so you can help your kids become a little more confident before the first bell ring—and far beyond.
 
Your elementary kid will eventually tie their shoes and care if their clothes are actually clean, but what about making sure they eat well, get to school on time without you, and have the confidence to tell someone no?
 
Whether you kid is learning how to wake up with an alarm or emailing their first boss, these skills matter. And now is the time to teach them.
 
Included is a list of age-appropriate life skills for each developmental stage, with a focus on flexing their executive functioning, social-emotional awareness, and autonomy. It’s not just about school success — it’s about building the muscles of adulthood readiness.