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Teaching
children to be organized is more than a household chore—it's an act of love,
preparation, and building self-esteem.
Organizing the bedroom, putting toys away, following a
routine—simple actions that shape remarkable adults. When we teach children to
be organized, we are teaching them autonomy, responsibility, and emotional
security. In this article, you'll discover how organization can be the
cornerstone of child development.
Organization
is not just a set of rules to keep a tidy house. Above all, it is a tool for
shaping a child’s character. When children learn early on to organize their
toys, school supplies, and daily routines, they develop valuable cognitive and
emotional skills such as planning, self-control, and decision-making. Research
shows that children with organized habits tend to perform better in school and
show greater emotional stability throughout life.
Motivational Quote Highlight:
“Organizing is not about controlling. It’s about teaching how to
build a universe where everything has its place, including dreams.” – Antônio
Carlos dos Santos
Organization also plays a
fundamental role in how children understand time and space. The collection
" The Thousand Faces Little Witch collection teaches you to live better",
especially the second book, "Organizing", presents with simplicity
and humor how children can become protagonists of their routines. In this work,
the little witch teaches that without organization it is impossible to achieve
great things. The message is clear: to dream big, you need to have your feet on
the ground. And this starts with a tidy drawer, homework done on time and a
backpack packed the night before.
Curiosity Box:
Did you know that children with well-defined routines develop up to
30% more neural connections in executive brain functions like working memory,
focus, and cognitive flexibility?
Inspired
by this vision, educator Antônio Carlos dos Santos created the Pedagogies of Creativity and
Autonomy (PCA)—a set of methodologies that promote a child’s
full development through playful and artistic activities. The TBMB (Teatro de Bonecos Mané
Beiçudo) method, for instance, teaches emotional and spatial
organization through puppet theater. Children not only act in plays but also
build the scenes, design the sequence of events, and learn the value of
preparation.
Inspirational Story:
Lucas, a 6-year-old boy, struggled to stay focused in class. When
his teacher introduced the MAT (Mindset, Action, and Theater)
method, Lucas began preparing small theatrical scenes with classmates. Being in
charge of organizing the props helped him improve his focus and self-confidence.
His parents reported that he started tidying up his toys at home on his own.
Small steps, big transformations.
In
the school environment, organization can be encouraged through simple tasks
like arranging one’s pencil case, creating a colorful visual study calendar, or
helping keep the classroom neat. The ThM (Theater Movement) method,
also developed by Antônio Carlos, combines bodily movement with structured
sequences. For example, in a circle activity where each child performs a
gesture at the right time and in the correct order, children learn rhythm,
order, and cooperation.
Practical Tip:
Create a "Weekly Organization Chart" with your child or
student. Use drawings or simple words. Set times and tasks together. Let them
add stickers when goals are completed. Visual reinforcement is powerful!
It
is not about turning childhood into a militarized routine, but rather about
offering healthy limits that provide predictability and comfort. According to
Lev Vygotsky, one of the greatest theorists of child development, external
organization leads to internal self-control. “When a child learns to predict
what will happen, they feel more secure and willing to explore new
possibilities independently,” teaches Dos Santos.
Organization
does not stifle creativity. Quite the opposite—organization is the foundation
on which creativity flourishes with freedom and consistency. It is no
coincidence that the little witch in Antônio Carlos’s books can only cast her
most powerful spells once she brings order to her cauldron of ideas. The
message is clear: to create powerfully, one must organize intentionally.
In
an age of technology and distraction, teaching children to be organized is a
revolutionary act. We are planting the seeds of responsibility, focus, and
self-confidence. The good news is that it’s never too late to start. Every
structured routine, every toy lovingly put away, every task proudly completed
forms a link in the chain of maturity.
Service Box:
To explore the full “The
Thousand Faces Little Witch collection teaches you to live better”
collection, go to amazon.com.br and search for: "The Thousand Faces
Little Witch collection teaches you to live better". The
10-book series covers essential aspects of childhood development, from planning
and organizing to respect and friendship.
Follow the author Antônio Carlos dos Santos:
https://www.amazon.com/author/antoniosantos
- Blog The New York Culture: https://thenewyorkculture.blogspot.com
- Blog Culture and Education: culturaeducacao.blogspot.com
- Popular Theater: teatromanebeicudo.blogspot.com
- Strategic Planning: planejamentoestrategicoquasark.blogspot.com
- Early Childhood Education: letrinhasgigantes.blogspot.com
Teaching organization is the key to
a happier childhood, a calmer present, and a brighter future. Start today.
After all, every great journey begins with one small gesture: putting things in
their place.
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