Tell them early
Hold a family meeting and tell them you are moving. Allow them to ask questions and be honest. Prepare for both positive and negative feedback.
Make them feel part of the process
Allow them to make significant decisions: wall colour for a new bedroom, which belongings to pack. Allow them to pack a few important items.
Get them excited about their new neighborhood
If possible, travel to the new area before moving day. If not, browse attractions online — parks and other fun places. Neighborhood notes: moving to New York neighborhood tips.
Fire their imaginations
Get them to visualise what they want from the new house: a new group of friends, or getting a pet. Make them aware the move might be daunting, but there are positives.
Maintain routine
If you always dropped them off at school, continue. If Sunday dinners were a tradition, continue. For older children, allow them to visit friends occasionally. Understand that kids may grieve; let them go through it and be there to support them. Get a quote.