Have you ever considered how your child learns? If you have more than one child, do you notice differences in their favorite ways to take in new information? There continues to be a great deal of research into the ways humans absorb and process information.
Many parents who we speak with ask us similar questions about the obstacles they face when it comes to their students and completing homework. Whether your child struggles with motivation, procrastination, or study skills, there are many different ways to tackle it all.
In Alberta, we are fortunate to have an abundance of educational opportunities and school choice. Within that array of options, there are a multitude of independent schools (sometimes referred to as private schools), and each one of those is unique. We have different uniforms or dress codes, grade offerings, locations and facilities, focus areas and specialized programs, co-curricular offerings, strengths, priorities, histories, and more.
As we get closer to the last day of school, it’s safe to say that the anticipation of summer can outweigh the motivation to learn. However, it is possible for kids to be in summer vacation mode while keeping their young minds active and growing.
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