Waking up early to get the kids ready for school is hard enough. And then there’s the extra trouble of hunting for their left sock, or looking for a pair of scissors for art class. Read this article for tips to help your kids organize their closets and school bags, making weekday mornings less harried.

Want to get even more organized? let these articles help you out:

• Stick ‘Em, Tag ‘Em, or Clip ‘Em: 5 Fun Ways to Organize Your Stuff
• Clearly Stated: 6 Handy Hints for Labeling
• Organizing at Work: Fix Your Desk to Improve Efficiency at the Office
• Best Foot Forward: 7 Ways to Take Care of Your Shoes

(First published in Good Housekeeping Magazine, Your Good House Guide section as "Easy Cleanup" in June 2007; adapted for use in Female Network)

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