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Thursday, 03 April 2008 05:01 |
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Has Johnny seemed a little frazzled lately? Today, kids have
more worries and face more pressures than ever before. Here a
few tips to help your child focus on and do well in school.
1. Create a personal schedule
Recording everything that must be done on a calendar or "to do"
list will help him to keep track of important dates and
deadlines. If he keeps it in a visible place he will have no
problem acknowledging upcoming events and will be better able to
plan how and where to spend his time.
A "to do" list would also help him to prioritize his tasks. When
it comes to homework, whatever is most important should be
tackled first.
2. Watch the clock
Setting an alarm for the morning is a must. I also recommend
setting his clock or watch five minutes ahead since it’s always
easy to run late. When it comes to something like catching a
bus, just five minutes can make a significant difference.
3. Focus
He should train himself to be able to concentrate solely on one
specific task. This is much easier in a noise-free environment.
No T.V or radio should be on to distract him.
4. Get enough sleep
Lack of sleep is proven to take a toll on us physically. The
more sleep we get, the more alert we are. We thus have more
energy to handle life"s daily tasks. The average adult needs at
least six hours of sleep a night and the average child needs at
least eight.
5. Stay in shape
Through spending time outdoors or playing sports with friends,
he can "blow off some steam" so to speak, as well as
re-energize. Encourage him to get outside.
6. Talk through your problems
Being able to share his concerns with you will alleviate the
frustration of keeping things bottled up. Sharing feelings often
makes them easier to deal with. If you make it clear that you
understand him and are willing to help, not only will you
contribute to his emotional health but you’ll help build an open
and honest relationship as well.
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