- 4 years ago
How proactive parenting can improve your child’s odds for success.
Influence children’s learning behaviour in advance to avoid gaps later
Given below are a few steps parents can follow to proactively guide their children to boost their social and academic development:
Establish expectations when it comes to their learning schedules.
Letting your children know of your expectations helps parents set limits as well does not require children to “guess†what their parents expect of them. e.g. If you expect your children to complete their homework before they can play with their friends, then state that expectation to them at the beginning of the school year and explain why it is important to do so.
Ignite their curiosity by showing how to research.
Curiosity goes beyond classroom learning and syllabus books. That extra information may be the hook that ignites your child’s imagination. Parents should teach children how to look up these interesting elements to help them discover who they are and create a love for learning new things after research.
Give positive feedback when and where applicable.
Positive and corrective feedback helps in maintaining children’s suitable behavior progress. When parents are more attentive to their children’s actions and performance, praise at the right time can help build your child’s morale.
Attempt to be consistent with your reactions to your children’s actions.
Discuss with your children the outcomes or consequences they face when they do or do not complete a given task. e.g. If a father promised a son a mobile phone when he scores 80%, then the parent should provide the mobile if results are favorable. Follow-through is critical to establish proactive parenting behavior.
Children who are instructed well at home and are often praised and recognized by their family grow to be well adjusted, happier and more confident grownups.