It’s that time of year again—new backpacks, sharpened pencils, and the familiar shift from the slower pace of summer back into the routine of school. For some kids, this transition is exciting. For others, it can stir up a wave of anxiety that shows up in big feelings, resistance, or physical symptoms like headaches or stomachaches. Back-to-school anxiety is incredibly common. Change, even positive change, can feel overwhelming to a child’s developing brain. New teachers, unfamiliar classrooms, shifting schedules, and social dynamics all combine to create uncertainty. And uncertainty is where anxiety likes to hang out. So, how can we as parents and caregivers support children through this season? 5…