Here are the steps to get your kids’ rooms and closets organized for the new school year. They can help with this process, too, so they can learn how to organize and care for their own spaces. The older they are, the more significant their participation.

Kids who learn organization early feel calmer, more confident, and better prepared for life.

They argue less about cleanup and help create a more peaceful home for the whole family. They take ownership of their space and value their possessions. This is a skill they will carry throughout their life and might actually thank you for teaching them.