1. Create a personal schedule
Recording everything that must be done on a calendar or "to do" list will help him to keep track of important dates and deadlines. If he keeps it in a visible place he will have no problem acknowledging upcoming events and will be better able to plan how and where to spend his time.
A "to do" list would also help him to prioritize his tasks. When it comes to homework, whatever is most important should be tackled first.
2. Watch the clock
Setting an alarm for the morning is a must. I also recommend setting his clock or watch five minutes ahead since it's always easy to run late. When it comes to something like catching a bus, just five minutes can make a significant difference.
3. Focus
He should train himself to be able to concentrate solely on one specific task. This is much easier in a noise-free environment. No T.V or radio should be on to distract him.
4. Get enough sleep
Lack of sleep is proven to take a toll on us physically. The more sleep we get, the more alert we are. We thus have more energy to handle life's daily tasks. The average adult needs at least six hours of sleep a night and the average child needs at least eight.
5. Stay in shape
Through spending time outdoors or playing sports with friends, he can "blow off some steam" so to speak, as well as re-energize. Encourage him to get outside.
6. Talk through your problems
Being able to share his concerns with you will alleviate the frustration of keeping things bottled up. Sharing feelings often makes them easier to deal with. If you make it clear that you understand him and are willing to help, not only will you contribute to his emotional health but you'll help build an open and honest relationship as well.
Denni Gill is an up-and-coming Canadian writer.
http://www.urban-eden.org chronicles her spiritual growth.
express cleaning service Arlington Heights ..According to the American Sleep Association 70% of all babies... Read More
When my son was 18 (and had finished school), he... Read More
Have you ever sat and watch a child struggle with... Read More
The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 is making... Read More
Although many parents become frustrated as they try to maintain... Read More
There are two methods for teaching children to read; whole... Read More
There are a lot of sophisticated parenting theories and techniques... Read More
Libraries offer more than books. They are places of learning... Read More
Looking for an unusual and memorable gift? Why not preserve... Read More
Information is gold when you are adopted. Every tiny piece... Read More
Every now and then I'll get a story sent to... Read More
There are so many learning labels floating around these days... Read More
What's in a name? Er?well, everything, really! Of course your... Read More
21 Reasons I Love Being A DadWhat you will read... Read More
As the father of a toddler, I am an expert... Read More
1. Encourage Questions.Don't answer every question, instead ask what do... Read More
For any of you Moms out there that are doing... Read More
Sitterphobe "I never have a second to myself," this mother... Read More
Levels of SafetyBy teaching our children there are different levels... Read More
Checking accounts are an absolute necessity these days. You can... Read More
Choosing a good car seat for your child's protection is... Read More
Many companies advertise their products as being educational. How much... Read More
As a parent is seems that the majority of your... Read More
You send your child to school and the teachers teach... Read More
Last night Tom's daughter, Sue, came out of her room... Read More
tidy up service Arlington Heights ..The cost of being a parent and raising a child... Read More
When parents help their children learn to read, they help... Read More
I have always been aware of my number one weakness:... Read More
Imagine you were the principal of the school that your... Read More
Home schooling. What is it? What does it mean to... Read More
There are moments in a parent's or grandparent's life, when... Read More
Past experience with federal education programs predicts that the No... Read More
For many adults, reading a book or newspaper seems effortless.... Read More
My oldest boy is fifteen and was a real jerk... Read More
Finding answers to a child's underachievement is often a difficult... Read More
Minus all meningitis thoughts. The flu symptons were strong. Headache,... Read More
Q. We recently caught our son smoking pot, and we... Read More
Most parents can hardly wait for their baby to say... Read More
Q. We are getting to the stage with our kids... Read More
Many parental units are not "techies" and openly admit they... Read More
Here is something that you might want to keep if... Read More
Dear Sir, It was with some interest that I read... Read More
Today the little red school house is not what it... Read More
How are parents to know they are doing the right... Read More
We are all so very happy to see that the... Read More
Karen, a single never-married thirty-year old attorney has a four-year... Read More
A sure way to double the joys of parenthood is... Read More
It is extraordinary times that we find ourselves in. Change... Read More
Dear Sir, It was with some interest that I read... Read More
Q. Things have been relatively calm and OK with our... Read More
Parenting |