The start of a new school year is the perfect excuse for a little family trivia night. Quiz your kids on fun facts, like how the yellow school bus color was chosen specifically because it's easiest to see in early morning and dusk light, or how some schools hold their very first day on a different date every single year depending on the calendar.
Trivia is also a great way to ease first-day nerves. Ask questions about your child's own school, like how many steps it takes to walk from the classroom to the cafeteria, or how many kids are in their class this year. It turns unfamiliar territory into something they feel like an expert on.
For an extra touch, send your child off with something personalized, like a name-labeled lunch box or backpack tag, so trivia night ends with a small keepsake that marks the start of the new year.