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
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Talk about school each day.
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Ask to see classwork.
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Have your child read aloud to you.
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Read to and with your child from a variety of material in your first
language.
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Encourage your child to discuss new ideas and opinions.
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Show appreciation for good efforts.
OFFER SUGGESTIONS FOR
SUCCESS
Help your child use the following strategies to
improve performance in school:
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Read the assignment when it is given.
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Keep a list of new vocabulary.
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Proofread assignments to catch errors before writing a final draft.
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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.