Getting Ready for 2nd Grade! | Back To School Shopping & Prep
Almost time to go back to school! Can you believe Ziya is going to be in second grade? In this video we are shopping for clothes and supplies, organizing, and getting ready for the new school year. I know this time can be a little overwhelming for parents, I'm sharing some of my favorite tips, from back to school shopping to practicing our school day routine.
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It’s so cute that she said she could show folks the tag that it’s not pajamas. That’s so adorable 🥰
That was too cute lol
My heary completely melted ❤
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤@@babybunny0717
I love how you keep Ziya a little girl. Nothing too mature. Nothing over the top. We shopping at Target and Walmart girl. Everything that she needs you provide in the BEST way for her. Go Raven! Have a blessed school year to the both of you ladies 💜✨️
& her baby doll isn't far away 😂❤
what do u mean by "over the top"
@@kaelinjohnson3090Some mothers exaggerate their child’s hairstyles and clothing choices. They may add an excessive amount of hair to a little girl’s head. Sometimes they put their small children in mini skirts, and graphic tops, and while some even have their young daughters wearing crop tops and belly shirts. Even dad’s will buy their small children overpriced shoes. 🤷🏽♀️🙅🏽♀️
@@freyassoultbh if they did it’s really none if you’re business at the end of the day we’re all gone die one day and when you’re old are you still gone be thinking about how parents dressed there kids how they wanted to dress there kids ?
@@freyassoul ok then...
What I love about Ziya is that she knows what she wants. I love how she catches on quickly to new things. May this school year be wonderful for you Ziya!
I love how you allow Ziya to choose her own outfits, she's adorable!
I love how you encourage her to make her own logical decisions while still giving her feedback! Even though it is so new to me for kids to get new pencil cases etc. every school year. In Germany, kids get one good quality backpack + lunchbox + pencil case + gym pouch set in first grade which they will use all throughout elementary school (1st-4th grade), and then a new set for the new school starting 5th grade.
It’s def not the norm for every person. It depends how worn everything gets, how well you take care of your things, and if it’s a “tradition” or not in your own family. I feel like in America, it’s maybe like 50-ish% of kids get a new backpack, but far less that get all new everything. Myself I basically used most things for about 3 years at least before they got too damaged. I would always throw them in the wash and they’d be good to go since I was really gentle with my stuff. and the only new stuff every year was a couple pencils, pens, folders, and notebooks. It’s really interesting you what you guys do in Germany, I really love hearing what other countries and states do. Thank you for sharing!
Wow, my children can barely make it to Christmas break with her pencil case intact. I'm usually sewing and patching their bookbag by January.
I paid a good penny for my daughters bag/lunch so that they'd last through elementary and the co. accidently sent me 2 sooo, yay, lol (couldn't return due to mongram).
I usually got a new backpack every year but they were always the inexpensive ones that something usually broke on it before the school year was over. Depending on if feet grew shoe sizes we would get 4 new pairs throughout the year tennis shoes, dress shoes, sandals, and winter boots and school shoes went off directly after school and we wore our old shoes for play. We each got a weeks worth of new clothes for school each year and had what was still nice and fit from the year before.
@@MrsBurns-xy7npget them a more pricey bag if you can and it will last longer without having to sew before but check the quality of the material make sure its a hard material so it lasts long.
Lol Ziya’s sense of pattern on pattern style is killing Raven’s Virgo inside 😂😂😂 I love that you still let her pick it out though ❤ I give it two more years and she will begin to mimic your style.
Or she will have her own style which is okay 💓
Ziyas is a little girl but she s talk like big girl
Wow i can't believe how much ziya has grown i swear i just finished doing my daughters school shopping for first grade 😂.lets also take a moment to realize how dedicated Raven is with her work
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I in a grade 8 next year be in grade 9 next year I can't believe I be in grade 9 next year and I 14 this year I so big and getting older
@@jackthepro5262I’m a Senior in grade 12
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I love the idea of planning the week of outfits on Sunday.
Ziya is talking more and her personality is shining through!!!
Omg Ziya has so much personality! Love it! Lol We are literally watching her grow up and mature before our eyes. 😢
this new vibe feels so professional and calculated 😭 im going to miss RETV being in shambles and relatable
Nobody wants to live in shambles forever. Time for much needed growth!
@@RavenElyseTVi really can feel how raven feels
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@@RavenElyseTV please help me I need help for my baby girl 🙏😞🙏😥😥
Ziya is so funny 😂 love seeing more of her personality! Hope y’all have a great school year! 💛
She’s such an awesome mom. And when Ziya laid on her legs when they were in Target was priceless to see. I love when kids just want that closeness to their mom.
This video made my day. “I can just tell people they’re not pajamas and show them the tags” 😂😂😂
Raven, I love your way of parenting. You are teaching Ziya to be independent, but also, at the same time, gently guiding her into making thoughtful decisions. ❤
Bugs & Frogs & Mouse & Roaches….- Ziya 2023 Lol she’s getting so big and is so smart! 💕
literally was looking for this comment 🤣
Ok, I admit I was one of the ones who was screaming out about not cancelling the Vlogs as I am one of the OG ones. Oh Jesus, I was wrong and I admit it. I see the vision now. This is so good and makes sense now!!!!! Love this. ❤️
Raven you are seriously setting up Ziya for success! The lessons you are teaching her are so awesome to watch. You’re an amazing mother!
Its Ziya having a answer for everything for me love seeing her come out of her shell shes been holding back 🤣🤣🩷
You are teaching Ziya amazing life skills in this video! She works with you doing the shopping, organizing, editing and donating... powerful tools that most adults dont know!
Raven and Ziya are mommy and me goals 🙌🏽 I love to see this beautiful single mom living her and child’s best life, such a inspiration 💞
🎉eeeeee
Implementing the Sunday night/ labeled weekdays system immediately! And also the mud room routine- I need to modify something like that for our entry space - she’s so responsible and ready to help mommy have a good week! Love her
The editing on this video is amazing!! Raven is stepping her game fr!! 💯🔥🔥
Oh my gosh. I’m so early but my goodness Ziya is going to second grade… I remember the wee little baby and loving Barbie snacks and that’s all she every wanted. Congrats Raven on your second grader 🥳
It's lovely to see how much more outspoken Ziya has become ❤
Ziya is growing up so fast. It's nice to see her change; she's less shy and talking more and her facial expression as she engage in conversation with you is hilarious. TFS!
I love raven she is so inspirational
At Target a lady said to me, "Oh wow, you must have five kids going back to school!" I was like, "No, only one." And then I went to my car and cried for three minutes haha. I have the book "30 Days to Stop Being a Shopaholic" by Harper Daniels in my car as a reminder to not buy 8 of everything 🤣
oh myyyy i used to have the same problem! until my daughter became a teen and hated everything i chose so i don’t even bother!
Cuteness overload! Ziya knows what she likes. She's so precious! Wishing you, Ziya, a successful, fun, and awesome school year! Wow, 2nd grade already!
This was amazing, Ziya was involved in the decision making the entire time while Raven was in control the whole time ❤️ love you guys relationship
Ziya is really turning into a good mom !! The way she make sure her baby straight before anything 😭😩❤️
uhmmm her name is raven her daughters name is ziya
"Bugs & frogs & mouses & roaches". Ziya is an old soul ..Too Funny 😁😄
You and Ziya are so cute together. You’re a great Mom - letting her choose outfits , but guiding her, and making a system that will help her be independent and responsible. Bravo Raven!
Great video. These shopping trips with Ziya help to build so many useful skill sets. I would add praises for the choices she makes after asking her decision as opposed to convincing her to choose something else. Everything doesn’t have to match or be perfect. What’s most important is does Ziya like it. Will the item make her happy. Giving them a true voice builds confidence (as the shirt implied)😊❤ I say yes to the blue cup and pink lunchbox and rock your all black outfit Little Miss Ziya! Have a great year!
Ziya has gotten so big now ❤❤❤❤ 😢
The joy in my heart when I get a notification from Raven😭❤️🙌🏽
Same here 🎉
I get so excited every time you post! Everything from the vibe of the entire video, to watching how much Ziya has grown; ABSOLUTELY LOVE
Ziya is so cute picking out her clothes! “What kind of rainbow is that?!”😂 My 6y/o doesn’t wear jeans either❤
I really like how you make Ziya think for herself in all things that you do. You don’t just do for her, you challenge her to think how she will handle it herself. You’re raising her very well. You’re a good mum
I just folded all my daughter school clothes and got her book bag ready just in time for more ideas 😂🥰
"I can just tell people they're not pajamas and show them the tag" LOL AW
Why is Ziya so hilarious?! I've been cracking up laughing at her for the past few vids. I guess she's creeping out of her shyness. Her facial expressions and the 'bugs and frogs and mouses and roaches' tickled me! 😂😂😂 Love the closet organization. I think it would be also good to have a shallow bin for each day to add socks, undies, and any accessories to the folded piles. 😊
You both are the perfect mother and daughter combo.
Her face when you said it doesn’t have a straw 😂💕 I love all your videos with her , you’re doing so amazing Raven . “Crocs for everyone! “ 🎉
Omg she grew sooo fast 2nd grade already i remember when she was a baby i love you ladies
For real
@@FreshKidstime flies so fast I can't believe it
I'm subscribed but it's been a minute since I've watched your videos. I'm at awe at how expressive Ziya is. I love how you allow her to have her opinion. You provide guidance but don't overshadow what Ziya wants. She's really coming into her own. Loving your video and as always you never disappoint on detail which helps others who maybe back to school shopping ❤
Raven is an amazing mom and I LOVE how she lets Ziya pick out her outfits for the week and includes her I love this channel so much and raven keep up the good work
Ziya is a DOLL!!! What a sweetheart ❤❤ Enjoy 2nd grade!!
Yes! I live for these videos with Ziya!
Ziya is becoming more and more of a mainstay on your channel. She has so much charisma and I look forward to seeing her!
I can’t wait to see Ziya first day of second grade get ready with me(GRWM)
Very nice Raven. So nice to see how Ziya has grown. It's always good to see your interaction with your daughter. Ziya is too cute and so hilarious 😅❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I love Ziya’s hair its so pretty ❤
Love Ziya’s new little personality in this video 💓
Aww, i cannot believe Ziya is already going into 2nd grade! Love you all ❤
“We can get all of them 😃” “Let’s get all of them!!! 😄” 😂😂😂
What a great Mother/Daughter duo! You do a great job with her. Praying in advance for a safe and successful school year!!😄
🥹you’re such an amazing mother! Ziya is so blessed to have you💖 love the way you are raising her!♥️
I love watching her pick out clothes. And school supplies. I'm so happy to see her happy 😊 ❤
I’m loving the new formatting of your content. But being a subbie for years and seeing Ziya grow is so wholesome 😭
I am so loving the refresh you’ve taken with your current videos! This one was perfect in my opinion. I love all of the aspects featured.
Raven is a phenomenal mom and Ziya is the best. Blessings for a wonderful school year to you both 💖
Yo I love how independent you've trained her. may God continue to strengthen you
this was fun to watch. i remember the days of school shopping. My children are now grown adults with grown children. Your vlogs are refreshing and suitable for all ages. I love ya'll ❤
That‘s so cute, you are a great Mom Raven! Love how you guys organized and prepped everything for school. have a nice start ,Ziya xx💕
I get so excited to watch the next vlog on Sundays because I just know the content and angles are there! The angles on each shot are angling girl. Ziya’s personality is showing out. I can’t wait to see what you have in store for us Raven because girl you are WORKING and we SEE IT! I smile the entire time while I’m watching the videos now because I just love the new vision coming to life. ☺️
i recommend your channel to my fam. I love how you organized and have your daughter involved. teaching her well
I’m new to your channel and this video brought me so much joy! Watching how you parent was so refreshing. You gave your daughter guidance but you also let her make decisions. I can’t wait for my twins to be old enough to pick out what they wear. I still put option in front of them and whatever they grab we get lol. But God bless you and your family
When Ziya said lizzie the what I was rolling around on the floor 😂
Amazing quality Raven. You always deliver!
I hope ziya has an amazing first day, I loved how you have everything organized you’re a amazing mother!
She grew up so fast 😢
Ziya is a trip! lmaoo😂she keeps me rolling. It's so amazing to see her personality blossom over the years.❤
Raven, I love how you and daughter got together and did a fantastic getting everything ready for school.
Raven it is so lovely to see Ziya coming out her shell. Her personality is really beautiful and her confidence is so lovely to see. Bless her. Well Done.. #Mom Life. You have done an amazing job. Blessings Bev 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🙏🏾🙏🏾💕💕
They have those exact lunchboxes, but with an icepack, water bottle, and a sandwich size container for just a couple of bucks more! I originally grabbed the leopard print one of those styles Ziya picked out, and then saw the other ones by the actual school supplies! 💟🖤💟🖤💟
I loved this vlog. I was cheesin the whole time listening to Ziya. I think this is the most I’ve heard her talk and she’s grown so much😊 Such a fun and helpful video for me since I have kids of my own headed back to school soon. Thanks Raven!
It's be nice to see Raven allow Ziya to make her own choices without manipulating her decisions sometimes...
Aww luv this video. Ziya is growing so well ❤.
Yeah it’s about that time. My daughter and I just went through her room. Decluttering, organizing , cleaning, sanitizing, cleaning. A whole trash bag later. She got her book bag and sneakers, crocs,”purse”,and water bottle moody and her Lulu lemon! This week we will buy clothes and underclothes not to much. She’s good on school supplies
Great job Ziya! Have a blessed school year!
Ziya is getting so big! Also, I love how Raven blurs out strangers homes and faces in these videos.
I love how you put the days of the week in her wardrobe ❤❤ so organised!
I really appreciate and respect how you blur the faces out of people that walk into your vlog.... I wish more vloggers would do the same. As always great video.
I literally said to my daughter whose starting 2nd grade.. I said don't worry Raven should have a new back to school video up soon lol look at God 🎉
My daughter started 2nd grade last week!
Ziya has great taste! What a wonderful idea for laying clothes out for the week!!! Wishing Ziya a wonderful first day of school ❤
She’s so smart!!❤
Love how Raven allow Ziya to voice her opinions and give input 🩷🩷🩷🩷been following since she was pregnant with Ziya and now she is in the second grade😃😃🩷🩷
Second grade! 😢 I feel like we’re going to wake up one day and she’ll be heading to middle school ! 😂 You’ve done so well raven
Love Ziya's celebration dance 🩰💃🕺 😄. Have a great 2nd grade school year Ziya, make your Mom proud I know you will. Great job teaching your daughter Raven. She is growing up into a very confident and independent person
Hey beautiful lady & her pretty daughter you are so organized & love that you teach Ziya to do the same ! That’s why your home is so organized & beautiful !
I love seeing how funny Ziya actually is Lool and omg the fact that she thought the pant/dress idea was cool but the moment raven said it was also cool in my day ziya like nvm girl loool 😂😂😂
U should get ziya a bento box and they have a lunchbox made for it to go in specificly and the matching print backpack
Wowwww I can't believe how big she's getting & so super sweet & cute like Mommy! 😊 Continue Blessings 🙌 🙏
Ziya wishing you an amazing school year..
I am so impressed that she made the connection of no insulation and water getting warm. Smart girl!
10,000 blankets in the only correct answer 😌 i completely agree 😅
Lol
Raven you are a great mother you help your child and make sure she has everything she needs and you teach her how to do some chores clean up and organize
Ziya has such a attitude I LOVE IT!!!! WE LOVE THE SASS
I just love Ziya and her new found personality. She the cutest❤❤❤❤