HOW PARENTS CAN HELP THEIR KIDS BE SUCCESSFUL IN SCHOOL
I just don’t have the energy at the end of the work day to crack the books with my kid. Isn’t that what we pay teachers to do?” "Every child can’t be an achiever, right?" "My kid just isn’t interested in doing homework. I’ve just given up. How do I help him turn things around in school this year?" These are natural questions for parents to ask. The good news is that children are born learners. They are curious about the world around them. Here are some tips that parents can use to help their children be successful in school. 1. Get a plan and stick to it. Set a specific “quiet time” every day for homework or general reading. Involve your child in setting the rules for this. Ask your child to come up with 3 rules — for example: 👉Collect all needed materials before starting. 👉No talking or fooling around durin quiet time. 👉Complete all work before stopping Write the rules on paper and post them in your house. C...