Yeh! The snow is melting and the birds are chirping. It means the end is near. Unfortunately, rising mercury is inversely related to your child's motivation to do homework and study.
What could be more normal: he feels the call of the park around the corner. As the last step is the most important for the final results, there is no question of letting go. We give you some tips to motivate your child until June and help them prepare for exams.
1. Go, go, go, go, go
Just like athletes, your child needs encouragement throughout the school year…and lots of encouragement towards the end. Make him feel like you're behind him. Highlight his good moves. If he's having a hard time, be reassuring and tell him you're proud of all the effort he's put in to succeed.
2. Little train goes far
Help your child see end-of-year exams as a marathon rather than a sprint. Reviewing the material a little each day is much more effective (and less stressful) than studying at the last minute. Good preparationwill allow you to assimilate the material well and memorize it in the long term.
3. Good nights sleep
We agree, it's not pleasant to go to bed at all when it's still light (for the youngest). But it is important to maintain the same routine since sleep is essential for memory and concentration.
4. Eat well to stay focused
Fancy a snack before studying or a little pick-me-up during a 3-hour exam? Many tempting foods like candy, cookies, chips, and chocolate impair concentration, and that's not to mention their near-zero nutritional value. Here are some delicious and nutritious suggestions.
| Sweet craving | I want s alty |
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Banana Nut Muffin (Homemade) Yogurt Smoothie Peanut Butter and Jam Toast |
Vegetables and s alted nuts Fruit and cheese Pita bread and hummus Popcorn (without the mountain of butter and s alt) |
5. Rigor ≠ rigidity
Yes, your child has to work hard to pass exams. But that does not mean that he has to lock himself in his room evenings and weekends for a month. Does your daughter want to get a tan while reviewing her story? A little sunscreen and you're done. Does your teen want to study with friends? Perfect. ask questionsTaking turns is a great study technique. You just need to subtly check every once in a while to avoid prolonged slip-ups.
In closing, remember that your expectations of your child should be realistic. They must be encouraged to surpass themselves while respecting their limits.
