Helping your child find a way to love learning may not be as difficult as you think. Parents can change the way that their child feels about learning just by changing a few things about how and why they learn. Parents will be amazed at the changes they see in their children when implementing some of the following tips.
1- Make Reading Something Fun
Instead of giving your child a lot of reading to do on their own, why not create a “book club” with your child so that you can read for a little while and then discuss what you both have read. This gives you a chance to interact with your child as well as see first-hand their reading and comprehension skills.
When you make reading something to look forward to each day, you are helping your child learn the number one skill that will help them excel in all areas of their life now and in the future.
2- Make Sure There Are Fun Classes
This tip is especially true for home school parents who often focus on so many academic subjects that they do not have time for the fun subjects. Make sure that you schedule a time for an art class, a craft class, or a music class. Give your child some time to learn while having a lot of fun.
3- Schedule Lunch Times and Recess
Always try to have a set schedule for lunchtime and recess time. Your children need a break. Even if it is just a short period to run around outside, play a video game, or sit and color, your children need a break during the school day. Remember, adults do this during their workday to refresh; kids need the same time to recharge during school hours.
4- Involve Some Friends In Learning
Sometimes, if you are studying with your child after school or are a home school parent, try to include some friends in the learning process. In a school setting, there are many kids involved in the activities. Having a smaller group will help your child learn more while with their peers and can also help them interact better in a group setting since it is a smaller group. All of these lead to happy feelings when learning.
5- Enhance Reading Skills With Level Appropriate Books
While many parents buy books based on the book recommended age levels, it is also vital to purchase books on a skill level. If your child is having difficulties reading, having easier books will allow them to get to a higher reading level. If your child excels in reading and comprehension, you will need more challenging books to keep them interested.
6- Reading Tutors Can Help
Reading well is necessary to excel in any school subject. If your child is struggling with reading, using a tutor may be the solution to getting your child the help they need. Tutoring provides a one-on-one experience that boosts confidence, helps improve reading and comprehension skills, and brings children up to their reading level based on grade and age.