- Show genuine interest in what your child is doing in school.
- Follow your child’s interests by taking him/her to local museums, libraries and parks.
- Give your child uninterrupted quality time with the television, radio and computer shut off.
- Laugh with your child–it’s a great way to relieve stress and ease tension.
- Allow plenty of time for your child to play creatively- try not to interrupt this experience. Oftentimes, children are learning a great deal through play.
- TRUST your child with freedom (within limits). Try not to hover like a helicopter parent.
- Set guidelines for your child and follow through- each and every time.
- Get your child involved in daily household chores in a positive way, without bribery or rewards. Our goal is for our children to be intrinsically motivated.
- Do not force academics at home unless your child is seriously in need of academic support. Instead, spend quality family time together.
- Get involved by volunteering your time, observing the class, attending workshops and coming to parent/teacher conferences.
- Children love repetition. They perfect themselves through repetition and gain concentration. Try not to disturb your child during these times.
- Give your child plenty of notice if you need to go anywhere so he/she is aware of your time constraints.
- Over praising your child leaves them no space for improvement. You want to encourage them to be intrinsically motivated.
- Allow independence – ‘Help me to do it by myself’.
- Instil a love of reading. Read to your child as often as possible.
