Send the children to bed at a
regular and reasonable time.
Children have a real need to be
heard. Let them tell you about their day. Tell them
about your day. Find time to pray together.
Be positive. Build your child's
confidence by praising the things (s)he does well.
Listen to your child read, and enjoy
stories together.
Learn from
your child's teacher the best way (s)he thinks you can
help your child at home.
Enrich your child's leisure time by encouraging hobbies,
sports, games, handicrafts, outings, joining clubs, etc.
Be selective about the television
programmes/videos (s)he watches and discuss the
programmes that you view together.
Encourage your child to read as much
as possible.
Involve your
child in the mathematical experiences of everyday life,
in cooking, shopping, measuring and telling the time.
Teach your child to dress
himself/herself, do up tie, put on shoes etc.
Take an active interest in any school
work your child brings home.
When
their child first starts school many parents ask us the
question "How can I help my child and the school?" Here are
a few ways in which you can support your child and the
school.