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Keeping children
motivated
Initial enthusiasm in after school activities tends to wane after
the
first excitement is over. This is but natural. The trick is to keep
up the
hard work even after this. How do you keep your child motivated?
This is
of particular importance when the child goes in for educational
after
school programs.
Make the career-academics connection early on:
Let your child understand how important studies are. Let him know
that
an excellent career is wholly dependent on wholesome learning. To
develop his interest in studies, plan family activities that are
connected with his studies. Emphasize the real-world connection to
academics whenever possible.
Set goals:
Let your child know, through example, that hard work will be
rewarded. If
your child believes that achievement is a natural by-product of
effort, he
is more likely to put in hard work. Such children are also less
likely to
drop out of programs and college at a later stage.
Reward success:
When a child achieves something, it is necessary to praise his hard
work.
Positive reinforcements enhance confidence and increase self-esteem.
Conversely, beware of criticism. It can ruin the frail ego of
children and
play havoc with their minds.
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