It is important to find out why kids procrastinate or are reluctant to hit the books.
Some mums and dads are also frustrated that their children are not ramping up revision in their Primary School Leaving Examination year.
Another former teacher, Dr Lee Ai Noi, who has more than 20 years of teaching experience at primary and secondary schools, adds: “There are no inherently ‘lazy’ kids.” Dr Yeap Ban Har, a former NIE lecturer in mathematics education for 11 years and maths textbook author, points out that it is about teaching children to be independent learners.Do not make the parenting mistake of micromanaging them, adds Dr Yeap, who will be speaking at the ST Smart Parenting PSLE Prep Forum on April 6.
Dr Wong adds: “Every child is unique, so it may take some trial and error for families to find the strategies that work best.” Dr Lee suggests fostering a growth mindset in them. When children feel that the goal is unattainable, they can feel even more demoralised.“Provide constructive feedback and praise their effort, rather than focus on outcomes,” she says.
Dr Wong says that daily practice can be beneficial for reinforcing learning and building good study habits, but vary the schedule according to your kids’ needs.“It allows them to take ownership of their learning,” she says.Encourage your children to identify and place tasks under the broad categories of “I can do this” and “I need help”, Dr Yeap suggests.“They may get overwhelmed,” he says. “Tell them, ‘Let’s work on this today; we will handle the rest another time.
If you usually sit with your children to supervise them while they study, consider cutting down on the habit, Dr Wong says. “Ultimately, your goal is to help your children develop the skills and confidence to study independently as they advance in their education,” she says. Would you rather scroll socials on your phone than be stuck with mundane tasks? The answer is clear for your kids too.
When they are stressed, it can also impact their ability to acquire and retain information. Be supportive and let your kids feel comfortable expressing themselves and asking for help.
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