Toy Bag Debacle: Toys? Packed. Pants? None.
This reflective Ready-Or-Not story takes a funny but all-too-real look at the “independent” child who packs their own bag. Toys? Check. Actual underwear? Missing in action. Beneath the laughter lies a bigger question: how do we help children build the organisational skills and self-care habits that make independence truly useful?
Use this story as a tool for CPD or staff reflection. It’s perfect for sparking discussion about:
- Supporting children to manage belongings with purpose 
- Teaching priorities in everyday routines 
- Encouraging self-care skills alongside independence 
A relatable, light-hearted story with serious professional value — because every teacher has met the child who brings six dinosaurs and no pants.
 
                         
        