Supporting Your Child’s Learning at Home
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The balancing act of being a parent and a professional can feel overwhelming—but the good news is, “you don’t need more hours in the day—just more intentional moments.”
While each of us is skilled in our own way, a quick glance through this can be a great reminder.
Happy Readings and Reflections!
- Set Flexible Anchors: Swap rigid routines for short, consistent learning moments—like after dinner or just before bedtime—to build steady habits without added pressure.
- Create a Learning Nook
A quiet, organized corner (away from distractions yet in your periphery) signals “study time” without needing a separate room. - Build Daily Routines Together
Involve your child in building a visual schedule or planner to help your child feel in control and reduce your stress. Leave the onus on the planner! - Run Candid Conversations During Transitions
Use car rides, dinner, or bedtime to ask, “What did you learn today?” or, even better share small incidents of your childhood to make things more relatable. - Limit Distractions-Family Digital Detox Hour/Day
Set self as an example serves as the best role mode. Simple routines like putting phones away. - Empower, Don’t Helicopter
Give your child ownership—checklists, small goals, and space to try independently. Helicoptering has never served the purpose and it won’t in the future too.
- Integrate Learning into Life
Cooking = math & science. Nature walks = observation & reflection. Chores = responsibility. And you touch base the LIFE SKILLS!!! - Smart Parents Employ Smart Tools
Choose educational apps or audiobooks that can add value to your child’s thought process—even while you’re working. - Celebrate Small Wins
Praise effort, not perfection. A phrase- “Well tried!” goes a long way in instilling confidence. - Do Not Shy Away From Delegating
When a child is seen as a community responsibility, the rearing gets better and cohesive! Co-parent with grandparents, tutors, counsellors—or even better, seek school support.
Coexisting to Empower!
Manita Hathi
Public Relations Officer
National Public School ITPL