How to Keep Your Home Organized With Kids (Even During Summer Break!)

Summer break is around the corner—and while that means more fun and family time, it can also mean more clutter, more mess, and more stress. If you're a busy mom or working parent trying to keep your home organized with kids home all day, you're not alone.

At SORT + STORE, we help families in Charlotte, NC create home organization systems that are both beautiful and easy to maintain—even during chaotic seasons like summer.

Here are a few quick tips to stay ahead of the mess:

1. Create Summer Zones

Designate clear areas for play, snacks, crafts, and quiet time. When kids know where things go, clean-up becomes easier (and more likely to happen).

2. Rotate Toys Weekly

Keep only a few toys out at a time. Store the rest in bins and rotate weekly to reduce overwhelm—for them and for you.

3. Give Kids Ownership

Kids love responsibility. Involve them in organizing their own rooms or setting up their “summer station.” You’ll be surprised how much pride they take in their space.

4. Set Up a Simple Daily Routine

Predictability helps. Even a loose schedule with morning chores, outdoor time, and free play helps kids feel grounded—and keeps your home running smoothly.

✨ Want an easy way to get started?
Download our Summer-Ready Chore Chart for Kids—a fun, age-appropriate tool to get your children involved in maintaining your organized home.

Need hands-on help getting systems in place before summer hits? Let SORT + STORE create a custom organization solution that works for your family.


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