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Are you Preparing Your Children For Academic Excellence?

Posted on January 3, 2012January 3, 2012 by Shelli Thompson

There are all sorts of stop and starts in a childs year, from summer to school, from Christmas Vacation right into a new year, this applies to any sort of break your kids have wether it be a summer break, spring break or Christmas vacation. Taking time out and saying these things to yourself gives you a compass as to where you are in the process of preparing your children for academic excellence.

Take some time out in a quiet place for reflection and say these things to your self:

I am preparing my children for a successful academic year.

My children are ready for school because I take time to prepare them mentally and spiritually. I teach my children to value education by displaying a positive attitude about learning.

I talk to my children about my own memories of school as a child with honesty and transparency. They love hearing me talk about what I enjoyed as a child. Sharing my stories with my children helps them look forward to their own experiences.

My children are prepared to succeed because I am on top of my game. I keep up with the school calendar of events. I attend open house night to learn about the teacher’s expectations so I can begin preparing my children.

It is challenging to readjust to a routine of waking up early to go to school. That is why I begin to practice the new schedule with my kids a few weeks before school starts. By the time school actually begins, my kids’ bodies will be used to the earlier start.

Over their time off, I continue to engage my children in learning by encouraging them to read daily and participate in educational activities. Learning is a fun game, not a chore, in our home.

If one of my children struggles with a subject, I pay extra attention to that subject over our vacation break, so they can master it.

I speak uplifting words to encourage my children, because the better they feel about themselves, the better they perform.

Today, I choose to start the process of preparing for back to school. I cover all my bases and stay on top of my game to set my children up for success.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. How can I prepare my children for academic success?

2. What attitude do I reflect toward school?

3. Am I keeping up with the school calendar?

these are great questions to ask your self when measuring your effectiveness in your child’s education. Read more about helping your child to build More Self Confidence and Click HERE.

When School is Out, Kids Still Learn

Posted on December 15, 2011January 3, 2012 by Shelli Thompson

Many times as Parents we look forward to Summer time, then it only takes about a week with the kids home from school and we realize that maybe it was better when they were occupied every day.

Finding ways to keep them busy during summer and holiday breaks can be a real challenge. Keep the Learning on the forefront and see your children reap the benefits.

This simple affirmation will allow you a moment to assess how things are going with ongoing education and your participation as a parent.

I am fully equipped to educate my children when they are out of school.

When my children are out of school, I am fully capable of continuing to build their knowledge. I am a natural teacher looking for ways to expand their knowledge by seizing teachable moments.

I keep my eyes open for the science lessons found in nature. I ask questions to spark their curiosity and allow them to explore their world for answers.

While it is good to give kids a break to play and relax, it is also necessary to maintain their brains and keep them from becoming idle.

The public library has an unlimited number of resources that I can use to promote learning while the kids are out of school. I am committed to taking my children to the library on a regular basis so they can find books or magazines to read.

There are a number of resources available to parents who want to help their children. I communicate with my children’s teachers, look for workbooks at local stores, and search educational websites for material.

I have what it takes to keep my children entertained while out of school. The time my children spend at home from school is time well spent in reading and continuing to expand their minds.

It is important to me that my children continue to exercise their brains during the summer so that they will be ready to jump back into the swing of things when school starts up again.

Today, I choose to prepare myself to educate my children while they are out of school.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. How do I feel about having the kids at home from school?

2. Where can I find resources to assist me in teaching my children?

3. How can I prepare myself to continue building their education at home?

Just taking a moment to have this conversations with yourself will enable you to have a better grip on your child’s education. Instilling the love of learning in your child is a great way to help them get ahead. Read More about the Love of Learning by Clicking Here