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See what these suggestions will do for your child:
Be a role model. If your child sees that you are constantly learning, he or she will be motivated to learn also.
Be "with-it." Be aware of school happenings in academic, extra-curricular and sports areas.
Foster curiosity. Make everything a lesson, encourage problem solving.
Have your child invest his or her allowance. First provide your child with options, then use an accounting ledger to have him or her record their deposits, withdrawals and balances.
Use games to motivate. Many games have educational value, i.e., Trivial Pursuit, Sorry, Monopoly, etc.
Preparing for report cards
Report card time usually brings increased anxiety and tension in households.
Many attribute this to parents who wish their child had done better, and
students who are afraid of their parents' reaction. Counselors have tips
for parents on how to prepare for report cards:
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