A test is only a small portion of your child's grade. Make sure they understand that, while it's important to get the best grade possible, they will have other chances to improve their grades. While tests are important, they are only a measure of what your child has learned. Encourage your child to look at the test as a way of letting them know what they need to focus on during class.
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Working with two-year-old preschool children requires patience, creativity, enthusiasm, and a love for education. Strong teachers foster a classroom environment in which all students are comfortable and feel supported by the teacher and each other. These teachers must reach both the children and their parents, which includes developing and maintaining strong home-school
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When a child is telling the truth, it takes a lot of courage. So when your preschooler tells you the truth even after doing something wrong, praise them rather than scolding them. Reacting this way will make them feel better about their honesty, especially in a situation where they know lying would have been way easier. This will only reinforce their habit of being honest and build their self-confidence.
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Make sure to let your kids know that you love them regardless of their performance. This will bolster their self-worth even when they do not feel good about themselves or when things don’t turn out as planned.
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Preschool provides a strong foundation for your child’s later school years. There are a number of things your child should know before preschool.
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The way you eat affects the way your child will eat. So it's important to become a role model for your child in developing healthy eating habits and a positive attitude toward food. Provide your child healthy meals and encourage them to eat nutritious food.
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Music helps in overall growth and development of kids. More than physical development, music impacts the mental development of children. Music students are often smart and intelligent.
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The way you talk to your child helps in developing self-esteem and confidence in them. Your words make a great impact on your child. Your words can hurt them or lift them, so it’s important to use words of encouragement on a regular basis to motivate and inspire them.
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Despite every family’s different parenting style, you can always find a parenting magazine out there that is suitable for you. Check out this list of the best parenting magazines available for parents today.
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We revolve around all things social - from Facebook to Twitter and other sites. These sites are not for children under a certain age though – which usually becomes a topic of conversation for your little ones. The “why can’t I join” question comes up a lot. Instead of just saying no, you could consider letting them join a site that is specifically for kids. These sites take care of parental worries such as bullying, the use of bad language and much more.
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