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Be generous with
praise
Observe your child carefully and comment on the things
that are done well. When you see an area that needs improvement, find a
positive way to talk about it with your child.
Encourage
"personal best"
Help your child by encouraging him or her to do the best in
school and at home. Remember, "personal best" does not mean
"perfect", and learning is not the same as high grades. Children,
like adults, need the freedom to make mistakes and to learn from them.
Make learning a
priority
Your attitude toward school attendance, education and
involvement in the school makes a strong and lasting impression on your child.
Show your child, by example, that learning is a priority.
Show interest in
school work
- Talk about school each day.
- Ask to see classwork.
- Have your child read aloud to
you.
- Read to and with your child
from a variety of material in your first language.
- Encourage your child to
discuss new ideas and opinions.
- Show appreciation for good
efforts.
Offer suggestions for success
Help your child use the following strategies to improve
performance in school:
- Read the assignment when it
is given.
- Keep a list of new
vocabulary.
- Proofread assignments to
catch errors before writing a final draft.
- Review notes before a test.
Schedule study time
Set up an area for homework away from noise and
distractions. Post a family calendar that schedules school project deadlines,
after-school activities, mid-term dates, exam periods and report card dates. | |