Summer is nearing its end and school is about to begin. That means it is time to start shopping for school supplies and new clothes; but that also means preparing to begin new habits as well. They will have an earlier bedtime, and they will also have to plan for time to study and do homework. So how can you help your child get ready for the new school year and hold an efficient study habit?
From the first day of school until the last, you should have a set schedule for studying and doing homework, that way your children know exactly what is expected of them. They work better with habits; they need structure. Develop a plan for them that starts as soon as they walk into the door after school. It is probably good to allow them a healthy snack and some time to relax from the day. Whether you have their study time set for before or after dinner is up to you, but whenever you decide this time will take place, make sure that is in the best interest of your child.
Turn off the TV, even if it isn't in the same room. Children have a tendency to be drawn to the television like moths to a flame. The radio might be a useful tool, however. Some children need a little bit of noise in order to focus, and having the radio on softly might just do the trick. Designating an area specifically for them that has enough space is imperative. If they are cramped, they might lose their focus out of frustration.
There is a difference between studying and doing homework. You could set two different times up for studying and doing homework, or you could schedule a two or three days throughout the week to focus on studying. When you study, you take notes and brush up on the material you are learning, and that also includes past material that you covered the previous weeks. It is essential to your child that they not only learn it the first time, but they are constantly reviewing it throughout the year.
The main point is just to organize a schedule and do not detour away from it as much as possible. Children need structure, it helps them learn and grow. Guide your child and show them how to study and use their time wisely.
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by: Child Basics
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