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[quote=Anonymous]I think more structure would help you immensely.

No screens within two hours of bedtime (ideally more).
Plenty of exercise during the day.
Consistent bedtime schedule and routine.
One book for the family (or more if they are short).
Kids wash up and brush teeth together.

There are some beautiful picture books (not version bears but look for Newberry medal winners for examples) that are purposely designed to be read aloud. They have more complex vocab than easy reader chapter books. Choose a big stack of these at the library. Also get some picture books without words that the kids can just flip through.

Start a sticker chart. One line for each kid. Add a sticker when they do the things you want, for example
- go to bathroom when asked
- sits still for teeth brushing
- watches two year old while sibling is getting brushed
- bath without fighting
- wash face

Etc. You need to raise your expectations and they need to be taught how to meet your new expectations.

Decide together your sticker goals. Individual small prizes and bonus points if they help reach other out. Can have small "wins" like getting to choose the story or having everyone in your bed for story time if you get the most stars the day before or something like that.

It will likely not work perfectly right away but stick with it all least a week. Tweak if necessary and then go another week or two. [/quote]

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