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Create time for them. Since you're a teacher, teach them . When you get back home, no matter how tired you are, tell them to bring out their books and assignment. Teach them, do the work together. If you do this daily, you will see changes. Also be firm with them. These kids should be in grade 1 and 2, so they are still young. Be disciplined and most importantly, create time for them. Teachers can't do everything.

Thanks for the response. I do teach them mostly at night before they sleep. I work this stuff with them but it seems I am missing something out. I can't tell.

All the same, thanks for the advice.

tee59:
Create time for them. Since you're a teacher, teach them . When you get back home, no matter how tired you are, tell them to bring out their books and assignment. Teach them, do the work together. If you do this daily, you will see changes. Also be firm with them. These kids should be in grade 1 and 2, so they are still young. Be disciplined and most importantly, create time for them. Teachers can't do everything.

The children are not psychologically balanced.They are missing the love of a parent they have known and are finding it difficult to adjust.You may be paying their bills...but emotionally, they are alone!

So sorry about your predicament!(my opinion though)

Did you say they are 5 & 7 yrs. old ? You need more patience on your side, there are kids that are slow learners, it takes more time for them to assimiliate things but when they come around it, it sticks with them well. Don't compare your siblings with other sharp kids you've come across with. Just be patience with them. They will surely come around.

henrimoto:
Did you say they are 5 & 7 yrs. old ? You need more patience on your side, there are kids that are slow learners, it takes more time for them to assimiliate things but when they come around it, it sticks with them well. Don't compare your siblings with other sharp kids you've come across with. Just be patience with them. They will surely come around.

... Another thing, calm down your mind. I understand it's not been easy on you but Take it easy on your self. What will be will be, what you didn't achieve yesterday, you CAN achieve it today & tomorrow, as long as you are alive and it's concieved in your mind. Be gratefull, at least you have a source of income.

You are worried because they are not doing well now in academics, parents are always in haste, 7yearso age? What did they know? Bros! Abef relax, keep doindo what you are doing they will catch up

I was an average pupil in my primary school but I was the best graduation students in my secondary school.

Why rushing? Just keep doing your best they will pick up with time

They are not doing well like not carrying first position or they are below 50%?

Why is the age difference between you and your siblings so wide?

I believe you should be around 24-29.

Irony

DontBullshitMe:
Why is the age difference between you and your siblings so wide?

I believe you should be around 24-29.

Below, ma.

Lamanii22:
They are not doing well like not carrying first position or they are below 50%?

I think they are missing their parents is the problem. They are at the age where they are comparing themselves with their school mates and seeing the differences in their lives.

Don't worry. Try and ask them if they miss having your dad around. Then let them understand that life is all about using the hands fate deals you to achieve the best you can be. Tell them that the best way to acknowledge their father is to be the best.