Radio Commentary
Studies show that children whose parents are involved in
education are more motivated in the classroom. And motivated children become
students with good chances for bright futures.
Here are some guidelines
that have proven helpful for some parents:
• Read with your children
every day. You can read school assignments, or books for fun.
• Provide enrichment
materials, like children’s books, magazines, and educational toys. Be sure to
show your own delight in spending time on these pursuits.
• Provide quiet, private
work spaces where children can study undisturbed. Insist that the radio be
turned off, and no TV is playing within earshot. Try to limit phone calls as
well.
• Keep your children’s work
spaces well-stocked with all the supplies they need to complete their
assignments, including pencils, pens, erasers, staplers, paper, a good lamp, a
dictionary, and thesaurus.
• Help your children
schedule homework into their daily routine. It’s not always easy to juggle
sports and music, family events, homework, and long-term projects. Sometimes
the prominent placement of a large calendar can make a big difference.
• Reward good grades with
recognition and praise.
• Limit the amount of
television and computer games.
Involved
parents do make a difference.
