Math can be challenging, and it’s not always easy to motivate students to practice. That’s why we’re sharing our top tips to help encourage your child to do their best and strengthen their skills. We use a lot of these same strategies right here at the centre!
Homework Tips
Less Is More
It is often more beneficial for your child to do a few math practice questions each night rather than an entire page all at once. Children are more apt to remember the skills they are learning and using if they practice them everyday for shorter periods of time
Power In Positivity
Encouragement can go a long way in keeping your child motivated. Everyone appreciates knowing they're doing well—and your child is no different. When they try a new math skill, give their best effort, or take initiative, be sure to praise their hard work and determination. Your support helps build their confidence and keeps them eager to learn.
Break It Up
Try a few math questions, then take a short break—play a quick game, get up and move around, or have a snack—before returning to a few more problems. Breaks help students stay focused and reduce fatigue.
These are one of the most utilized strategies we use here at the center. Movement can help students stay engaged while getting extra energy out. Try setting up a relay race with shapes, throw a ball while practicing multiplication facts, or see how for they can count by 2's while standing on one foot!
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Movement Breaks