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Parent playbook: 60 minutes after school

Two short sprints, quick tidy, simple share-back. The timer does the reminding so you don’t have to.

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Routine

One hour, four steps

Block 1: 20 / 5

Homework start or reading; phones face-down.

Block 2: 20 / 5

Finish homework or start tomorrow’s prep.

Tidy: 10 minutes

Pack bag, prep clothes, clear desk.

Share-back: 10 minutes

One win, one stuck point; plan tomorrow’s first task.

FAQ

Do I need to take the phone?

Ask kids to place phones face-down or in another room. The shared timer and short blocks lower the urge to check.

What about younger siblings?

Give them the tidy role or a parallel 10-minute creative task during Block 2.

How often should we run this?

3–4 days a week is plenty. Keep it predictable and short.

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