Tips for Using This Book
1. Pick a good time for your child to work on the activities. You may want to do it around mid-morning after play, or early afternoon when your child is not too tired. 2. Make sure your child has all the supplies he or she needs, such as pencils and an eraser. 3. Celebrate your child’s accomplishments by letting him or her affix stickers to the incentive chart after completing the activities each day. Reward your child’s efforts with a bonus sticker at the end of the week as well. Designate a special place for your child to work. child to complete the worksheets, but don’t force the issue. While you may want to ensure that your child succeeds, it’s also important that he or she maintains a positive and relaxed attitude toward school and learning. 4. Encourage your
5. After you’ve given your child a few minutes to look over the activity pages he or she will be working on, ask your child to tell you his or her plan of action: “Tell me about what we’re doing on these
pages.” Hearing the explanation aloud can provide you with insights into your child’s thinking processes. Can he or she complete the work independently? With guidance? If your child needs support, try offering a choice about which family member might help. Giving your child a choice can help boost confidence and help him or her feel more ownership of the work to be done.
6. When your child has finished the
r a U T S T A
workbook, present him or her with the certificate of
completion on page 143. Feel
free to frame or laminate the certificate and display it on the wall for everyone to see. Your child will be so proud!
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