How to Help Children Develop Organisation Skills
Being organised can make learning easier for children. A child may understand what to do but still struggle because books
Academic Skills
Academic Skills
How Children Develop Self-Monitoring Skills While Learning
Successful learners do more than complete tasks. They gradually learn to notice when something is not working, recognise their own
Academic Skills
How to Help Children Make Better Decisions While Learning
Every day, children make decisions while they learn. They decide whether to begin a task, how to solve a problem,
Academic Skills
How to Develop Problem-Solving Skills in Children Through Everyday Learning
Introduction Children solve problems long before they encounter schoolwork. They work out how to build a tower that won’t fall,
Academic Skills
How to Help Children Recover From Mistakes and Learning Setbacks
Children will inevitably make mistakes while learning. They will forget what they have studied, answer questions incorrectly, perform poorly on
Parental Guidance
Why Children Pretend to Understand When They Are Confused
Not every child says, “I don’t understand.” Some children nod, stay quiet, or continue working even when they are confused.
Parental Guidance
How to Encourage Children to Ask Questions Without Fear
Introduction Questions are one of the clearest signs that learning is taking place. Some children naturally ask lots of questions,
Academic Skills
How Children Develop Strong Learning Habits: A Parent’s Guide
Strong learning habits are one of the most important factors in long-term academic success. Children who develop effective learning habits
Parental Guidance
How to Help Children Manage Frustration While Learning
Frustration is a normal part of learning. Children experience frustration when: The problem is not frustration itself. The problem develops
Parental Guidance
Why Some Children Avoid Difficult Tasks
Some children avoid difficult tasks even when they are capable of completing them. They may delay starting, give up quickly,