Backstock

Anyone who has watched or followed The Home Edit knows the term backstock.  It’s the back-up supplies we keep on hand to refill the stock of supplies we use every day.  Here’s an example. In Michael’s bathroom, his backstock includes flossers, toothpaste, mouthwash, and deodorant.  When his drawer is missing something, we show him how to find a replacement in his bathroom closet.

This is an important skill to facilitate independence.  We want our kids to be able to take care of everything in daily life as independently as possible. That includes getting themselves new supplies when they run out.

Whatever you think your kids can do, think bigger.

Mikey loved feeding the dogs.  But, when the kibble ran low, I never thought my little guy could help get the big bag of dog food to refill the bin. Boy, was I wrong.  Not only could he help, but it also became his favorite chore!

This became his new favorite thing.  He needed a little help with the lift, but mostly, he could do this on his own. If you have smaller dogs, the food may come in bags your kiddo can handle on their own.  Fun and helpful. Win, win.