5 Essential Education and Life Principles to Help Your Children Excel in School by Aloha Mind Math
Edison, New Jersey (PRWEB) August 28, 2013 -- http://www.alohamindmath.com Aloha Mind Math presents parents with 5 essential education and life principles to help children excel as they prepare to go back to school.
Teach Your Child to Reach for the Stars
Have them write down their hopes and visions each year. Throughout life we have the tendency to let go of our lofty goals because of fear. Lead them to talk openly about their hopes and dreams. Be supportive. Encourage your child to not give up, especially during challenging times and, especially when obstacles get in the way. Support your children to dream big. Parents can create a book of their vision. Ask them to draw what they want to be, write a brief paragraph explaining what they would do, and what it would mean to them to achieve their dream. By them putting their ambitions on paper helps the child visualize their aspiration.
Allow and Teach Your Child to be Inquisitive
Inventors like Ben Franklin and Steve Jobs were innately curious about why and how things worked. Provide your kids opportunities to think outside the box. Take them to a Science and Industry Museum or a Children’s Discovery Museum. Provide options where active learning can take place up close in different environments.
Teach Your Child the Importance of Education
Obtaining a college education and buying a house are some of the American dreams. Attending college may seem like a lifetime away to children or an unachievable dream, but once achieved no one can take away your diploma or degree.
Children need to be self-assured in who they are to ask probing questions. In order for a child to be inquisitive it is also important he or she feels comfortable asking and answering questions – either in class, after class, after school, and at home.
Teach Your Child to Accept Mistakes and Learn from Them
They are starting a new school year which means new teachers, friends, and new concepts. They may meet many challenges in the school year. Teach your child to allow themselves to accept, but learn from their mistakes. The next step is to instruct them on how to solve their own problems.
Teach Your Child to Realize They Can Do Anything They Put Their Mind to Do
The mind is miraculous. Parents usually see the capabilities and talents of their children long before they do. This is likely why some children may by surprised of their own successes when others knew they had the ability all along. Give them nudges of encouragement. Provide constructive feedback. Most of all consistently tell your children they can be whatever they want to be and achieve whatever they want.
How did Howard Schultz, founder of Starbucks, who grew up in the projects in Brooklyn achieve success and build a household name? In his own words, "I wasn't afraid to create a company that no one initially believed in… Dream more than others think practical. Expect more than others think possible. Care more than others think wise."
About ALOHA Mind Math
The unique academic enrichment programs at ALOHA Mind Math Centers help children 5 years-old through 12 years-old be the best they can be to get ahead in all academic areas.
This interactive learning method promotes the development and engagement on both sides of the brain, designed for frustrated learners or high-achieving gifted students. Through instructor-led, small group tutoring sessions, children improve their focus, develop vital learning skills, as well as study and life skills, and advance their self confidence to excel in reading, math, language arts, and science, to ultimately persevere in the face of adversity to go after their dreams. Discover the genius in your child.
ALOHA Mind Math was founded in 1993 and introduced in the United States in 2006. ALOHA Mind Math continues to experience growth beyond their current presence in 18 states, 23 countries, and 4,200 locations worldwide. To learn more about ALOHA Mind Math reading, math, and language arts programs, or to schedule an orientation at a center near you visit http://www.alohamindmath.com.
Mary Beth, Public Relations Rep., ALOHA Mind Math, http://aloha-usa.com, +1 (847) 426-5964, [email protected]
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