yvelchstores:
sorry o, Pls I was just playing. No vex. At least as we are talking back n forth, ur topic will stay on first page. Important for business if u understand me.

Lol

Caveatemptor:


Quite frankly I am lost as to why you put the phone number of Afterlife company and their web address but failed to do the same for Femlak company.
This whole thread smells like a subtle advert to me.

I told you how I got to know Femlak, I don't think they have a functional website. Besides, of what use is their number when I wouldn't advice anyone to use their service anymore?

yvelchstores:
I market not just cloths, I even market shoes and even cake. I can market tissue sef but I don't do it acting like a victim, I do my own direct, na me get business, na me dey market. Try it, much better.

This is why I rarely do social media or come here. People are too cynical and paranoid. They have not seen you or met you for once, yet they claim they know your generation and next. Mrs marketer...I rest my case. #ImOutOfHere #YouDonWin #BackToWork

LaRoyalHighness:
Thanks for sharing.

You are welcome. Oh this is still relevant now.

NCANpatroller:
You mean...
You re saying...
You and ur husband violated à civilian's right? Because of poor service rendered?
Why didn't you seek redress in court?
After dealing with the owner. You came here for what?
I wish I ve your husbands details
I will demote him by 2 ranks effective immediately!
Nonsense!

In the book of weed, Chapter 4, verse 11..."many are mad but few are roaming". A word is enough for the wise.

Evaberry:
take this to twitter

And what difference does it make, madam?

yvelchstores:
Na so. Una Weldon o. This advertisement is nice. Even commenters follow. Impressed!

Na so So, you think everyone is like you, marketing dresses up and down the net? Na OYO be your case. I know people like you.

Hello Familylanders, as I write this piece, I feel so bad and bitter for being badly treated/served by a cleaning company which shouldn’t exist anymore if the needs of consumers were considered as priority by the government. How on earth did this company get registered in the first place?

It all started when we had to relocate from mainland to our newly purchased home in Lekki, the agent advised that we needed to clean and fumigate the apartment before moving in. So, I asked him to suggest a good cleaning company. He recommended Femlak and I called to request their service without doing any findings about them. That was the beginning of my problem. We needed the cleaning to be done urgently so we were asked to pay 70% upfront. Of course, this rang a bell to me but my husband seemed less concerned; he went ahead to pay because he wanted us to move in as fast as possible. Let me also remind you that the quote for cleaning was issued by the company without inspecting the facility, they only asked for the number of rooms and all.

After payment, they were meant to come the next day; but for God only knows why, they kept on delaying, postponing and dragging till a week after; that was after much threats from hubby who is a senior Naval officer. To cut the long story, they finally came and appeared obviously unprepared for the cleaning service. I saw some shabbily looking boys and girls (about 4 or 5 of them) probably teenagers, looking scruffy and tired. They came with brooms, iron sponge, parkers, some rags and bleach…nothing more. For the benefit of doubt, I had to rush down to a nearby store to get some stuffs for myself, so I allowed them to start doing their magic since we had already paid for the service.

Lo and behold, as I stepped into the facility, what I saw made me suddenly mad. The guys were scrubbing the window pane hardly with their rusty iron sponge to the extent that it left scratches on the glass and the dirty water from the sponge rolled down to the wall to stain the already painted wall. In just about 25 minutes into the cleaning, one of them had broken the mirror of my expensive wardrobe in the master bedroom upstairs. I couldn’t control my anger; I had to call my husband to instruct them to stop immediately. After the whole drama, we realized that the estate agent selfishly recommended Femlak because of his relationship with the owner of the company and what he would get from the referral. They were all severely dealt with but I was totally disappointed about service delivery in Nigeria. Some people in my estate shared similar experience with other companies which I won’t mention here.

At this time when most of us advocate for “Made in Nigeria: products/services”, let us not forget that there are many dubious Nigerian companies offering fake services. They are everywhere around us looking for the next victim. Please, do your findings before contacting any company in Nigeria. I know that there are still some good companies, administered by Nigerians, rendering quality and affordable services. After my findings, I contacted (now revealing my identity as the wife of a Naval offer) some cleaning companies; but only two showed up. I finally chose Afterlife Cleaning Company www.afterlifecleaning.com 08180458852 (for some personal reasons though. I had to put their contact here so as to help others who don’t have time to start searching). https://www.nairaland.com/1363049/list-some-tested-trusted-companies There was no upfront payment, their service was remarkable (though I would score them 96%...not too perfect for me), and above all, my husband was also impressed. Don’t mind my epistle; I just feel it is right to help others who could fall into the same trap. Do you know any company that has impressed you, mention the name in this thread and if otherwise, mention the name too; this may be your little way of saving the world.

Hello Familylanders, as I write this piece, I feel so bad and bitter for being badly treated/served by a cleaning company which shouldn’t exist anymore if the needs of consumers were considered as priority by the government. How on earth did this company get registered in the first place?

It all started when we had to relocate from mainland to our newly purchased home in Lekki, the agent advised that we needed to clean and fumigate the apartment before moving in. So, I asked him to suggest a good cleaning company. He recommended Femlak and I called to request their service without doing any findings about them. That was the beginning of my problem. We needed the cleaning to be done urgently so we were asked to pay 70% upfront. Of course, this rang a bell to me but my husband seemed less concerned; he went ahead to pay because he wanted us to move in as fast as possible. Let me also remind you that the quote for cleaning was issued by the company without inspecting the facility, they only asked for the number of rooms and all.

After payment, they were meant to come the next day; but for God only knows why, they kept on delaying, postponing and dragging till a week after; that was after much threats from hubby who is a senior Naval officer. To cut the long story, they finally came and appeared obviously unprepared for the cleaning service. I saw some shabbily looking boys and girls (about 4 or 5 of them) probably teenagers, looking scruffy and tired. They came with brooms, iron sponge, parkers, some rags and bleach…nothing more. For the benefit of doubt, I had to rush down to a nearby store to get some stuffs for myself, so I allowed them to start doing their magic since we had already paid for the service.

Lo and behold, as I stepped into the facility, what I saw made me suddenly mad. The guys were scrubbing the window pane hardly with their rusty iron sponge to the extent that it left scratches on the glass and the dirty water from the sponge rolled down to the wall to stain the already painted wall. In just about 25 minutes into the cleaning, one of them had broken the mirror of my expensive wardrobe in the master bedroom upstairs. I couldn’t control my anger; I had to call my husband to instruct them to stop immediately. After the whole drama, we realized that the estate agent selfishly recommended Femlak because of his relationship with the owner of the company and what he would get from the referral. They were all severely dealt with but I was totally disappointed about service delivery in Nigeria. Some people in my estate shared similar experience with other companies which I won’t mention here.

At this time when most of us advocate for “Made in Nigeria: products/services”, let us not forget that there are many dubious Nigerian companies offering fake services. They are everywhere around us looking for the next victim. Please, do your findings before contacting any company in Nigeria. I know that there are still some good companies, administered by Nigerians, rendering quality and affordable services. After my findings, I contacted (now revealing my identity as the wife of a Naval offer) some cleaning companies; but only two showed up. I finally chose Afterlife Cleaning Company www.afterlifecleaning.com 08180458852 (for some personal reasons though. I had to put their contact here so as to help others who don’t have time to start searching). https://www.nairaland.com/1363049/list-some-tested-trusted-companies There was no upfront payment, their service was remarkable (though I would score them 96%...not too perfect for me), and above all, my husband was also impressed. Don’t mind my epistle; I just feel it is right to help others who could fall into the same trap. Do you know any company that has impressed you, mention the name in this thread and if otherwise, mention the name too; this may be your little way of saving the world.

budiliscious:
Bravo! Good piece at the right time. I think I had come across this on Nairaland sometime ago.

Thanks!

This piece is still as relevant as ever.

Rose2014:
Following*

Good.

This is helpful. Many full house wives should have enough time to go through this process because it is really worth it. Cleanliness as they say is close to Godliness. But as for me, I would rather call a cleaning company to do the job. Good job @OP!

@OP, where is picture na? Picture or I don't belive it's Opaireke.

Opaiiiiiiiiiireke! Where have you been? I sabi this dude die. Back then in Kofo Hall,Unilag this guy gave a lot of us sleepless night. One of my friends could die for him. Na waaaa o. I wish you best of luck.

@OP, please update us with his recent picture (you are not looking bad too). I hope you are not his...

mcdokwe:
Makes me wanna cry. All this points to the fact I was being a good father and building my child till they swore I wasn't going to see her again

Really? Oh, sorry. Take heart, God knows the best for you.

#20 INTERESTING WAYS TO RAISE A SMART, INTELLIGENT AND FRIENDLY BABY



#1. It starts from your appearance. Don’t just look, make eye contact. Does your baby really know you? Take advantage of those brief moments when your newborn's eyes are open, and look right into them. Infants recognize faces early on -- and yours is the most important! Each time your baby stares at you, s/he's building his/her memory.

#2. Stick out your tongue. That’s funny, right? Studies show that newborns as young as 2 days old can imitate simple facial movements -- it's a sign of very early problem solving.

#3. Let your baby reflect. Have your baby stare at himself in the mirror. I know there is a superstition in some African culture that is against this babies looking at the mirror. But it is a new world. Remember, you are raising a wonderful kid in a new generation. At first, he may think he's just eyeing another cute kid, but he'll love making the "other" baby wave his arms and smile.

#4. Make a difference. Hold up two pictures about 8 to 12 inches away from your baby's face. They should be similar but have one small difference (perhaps a tree is in one but not the other). Even an infant will look back and forth and figure out the distinguishing features, which sets the stage for letter recognition and reading later on.

#5. Blab away. All you may get is a blank look, but leave short pauses where your baby would speak. Soon she'll catch on to the rhythm of conversation and start filling in the blanks.

#6. Go gaga! (in Chuddy K’s voice). Yes your baby needs to see you go crazy at times (lol). S/he really tunes in to your silly cooing and high-pitched baby talk.

#7. Sing a song. Learn as many tunes as you can, or make up your own verses ("This is the way we change your diaper, change your diaper, change your diaper . . . Kira is a fine girl, E I E I O ...London bridge is falling down...". Some research suggests that learning the rhythms of music is linked to learning math.

#8. Clue him in. When you announce, "I'm going to turn on the light now" before flipping the switch, you're teaching cause and effect.

#9. Tickle her toes. In fact, tickle her all over. Laughter is the first step in developing a sense of humour.

#10. Be a funny face. Puff up your cheeks, and have your toddler touch your nose. When she does, poof! Have her pull your ear, and then stick out your tongue. Make a funny noise when she pats your head. Keep to the same routine three or four times, then change the rules to keep her guessing. Don’t let her easily predict you. It is a big lesson in life.

#11. Joke around. Point to a photo of Uncle Frank, and call him "Mommy." Then tell your child that you were being silly and laugh at your "joke" to build her budding sense of humor.


#12. Surprise her. Every now and then, delight your baby by gently blowing on her face, arms, or tummy. Make a pattern out of your breaths, and watch her react and anticipate.

#13. Play some hide and seek game with your kid. Grab a few empty plastic food containers, and hide one of your baby's small toys under one. Shuffle the containers, and let him find the prize. Your hide-and-seek antics do more than bring on the giggles. Your baby learns that objects can disappear and then come back.

#14. Pick it up. Even if it seems like your baby repeatedly drops toys off her high chair just to drive you nuts, go fetch. She's learning and testing the laws of gravity. Give her several pieces of wadded-up paper or some tennis balls, put an open bucket under her seat, and let her take aim!

#15. Count everything. Count whatever is countable in the room or around your house; the cups on the table, the number of steps in your house, his fingers and toes. Make a habit of counting out loud, and soon he'll join in.

#16. Read books. Again and again! Scientists have found that babies as young as 8 months can learn to recognize the sequence of words in a story when it's read 2 or 3 times in a row -- this is believed to help them learn language.

#17. Make a family album. Include photographs of relatives near and far, and flip through it often to build your child's memories. When Grandma or Aunt Funmi calls, show him her picture as he listens on the phone.

#18. Dress up. Let your toddler play with some of Dad's old shirts. Dig out old hats, scarves, or daddy’s eye glasses (sun shade). Put yourselves in pretend situations, and see where his creativity and imagination take you.

#19. Get a reliable tutor. As you watch your child grow older, you may not have enough time to spend with him or her owing to busy schedule at work. You would need to get the service of a reliable home tutor that will help to train your child to be academically sound. There is a need for a practical application of what you have above on your child’s academics. Get him or her a tutor at age 3 and above and watch as he becomes a smart and intelligent child. There are several tutor agencies in Nigeria. Go on-line and search for a reputable one. I recommend Think First Tutors because they have proven to be outstanding.


#20. Ensure that you do number 19. Have a great day!





Written by Akinyele Kolade Abel,

koladeakinyele@thinkfirsttutors.com

www.thinkfirsttutors.com

“There are no dull students anywhere...”


Source: http://grammarembassy..com/2015/01/20-interesting-ways-to-raise-smart.html

Yorubas would say 'Ono kan o wo oja'.

NOT ONLY ONE ROAD


“It is not only one road that leads to the market” (Nigeria)



As a trader, you cannot confidently say that you know the market if you know only one road that leads to the market. Your knowledge of the market can be determined by the various means that you can navigate the market.

Also in life, you cannot achieve ultimate success if you continually use the same approach towards solving problems. How would you know that there are other better approaches if you keep trying one approach? No matter how successful you are in life, you are not fully successful if you know only one route to success. There are several good ways that lead to success; all you need to keep being successful is to explore all the ways. The good thing about being versatile is that if one approach fails, you have other amazing options to explore.

As from today, always try to know more than what you think you know about whatever you do. Explore and research on several methods that can work for you. Instead of giving up on your dreams, try to think of other possible means of getting what you desire. May you walk and never stumble!

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I hope and pray that primary and secondary school pupils will resume next week. If these kids are not denied of their right to go to church and worship (Sunday School Things) or to Arabic lessons (Ile keu), why should our government deprive them of their right to basic education?

Good one!

budiliscious: Why do kids hate Mathematics? #Justpondering

A lot of factors are involved. Please, note that this doesn't happen only in Nigeria. In fact, some set of scholars believe that the advent of computer technology may have contributed to the decline of students' interest in the subject. There had been several instances in the UK and USA when high school pupils protest that the use of calculator should be encouraged in schools. They often wonder how on earth they need to rack their brain to calculate the square root of 15 when they can just get it within a second by pressing their calculator.

HOW TO HELP YOUR KIDS DO WELL IN MATHEMATICS IN THIS INCOMING SESSION


Now that the long holiday is almost over, parents need to get their kids prepared for school so as to get the best from them in the incoming session. This article is meant to help parents who have basic knowledge of Mathematics and those who have the time to assist their kids at home.
As an experienced tutor in Nigeria, I am aware that most parents never liked Mathematics while in school and some who were very good Mathematics students may not have the time to assist their children at home. As a parent, if you are under this category, I will advise you to engage the service of a reliable home tutor in your area. I recommend Think First Tutors www.thinkfirsttutors.com or you may need to use Google search engine for more options. So far, Think First Tutors have proven to be reliable and result oriented especially for critical cases in Mathematics and other Science based subjects.

At first, you need to understand that learning and mastering Mathematics is absolutely essential for future opportunities in school and careers. Your children will need to reach a certain level of competency in Mathematics in order to take many advanced high-school courses, to be admitted to universities, polytechnics or colleges, and to have a wide variety of career choices. Here are the few steps you need to take in case you would want to DO IT YOURSELF:

1. Ensure that your children understand mathematical concepts.

Otherwise, Maths becomes a meaningless mental exercise of just memorizing rules and doing rote drills. Have your children manipulate objects to figure out basic concepts. For addition, they could add one, two, or more blocks to a pile of blocks and then tell you how many blocks are in the pile.

2. Help your children to understand and master the basic facts.

Mastery of a basic fact means that children can give an answer in less than three seconds. Considerable drill is required for children to give quick responses. Expose them to as many questions as possible under each topic treated in school. When they don't know an answer, have them lay out objects to solve the problem.

3. Teach them to write numbers neatly.

As an experienced tutor, I have observed that twenty-five percent of all errors in solving Maths problems can be traced back to sloppy number writing. Most schools in Nigeria don’t pay special attention to teaching pupils how to write legibly any more. You need to improve your children's number-writing skills by having them trace over numbers that you have written. Suggest they use graph paper to keep the numbers in problems neatly aligned.

4. Provide help immediately when your children need it.

Mathematics is one subject in which everything builds upon what has been previously learned. For example, a failure to understand the concept of percentage leads to problems with decimals. If a pupil fails to understand the concept of multiplication and division of numbers, such pupil will find it very difficult to understand fractions. So, if you discover that a teacher is unable to help your child, please provide the help yourself or engage the service of a professional tutor that can teach your child one-on-one at home.

5. Show your children how to handle their Maths homework, don’t just help them.

Doing Maths homework reinforces the skills your children are learning in class. Teach them to begin every homework by studying the textbook or worksheet examples. Then have them redo the examples without looking at the textbook before beginning the homework to make sure they understand the topic.

6. Encourage your children to do more than the assigned problems from school.

It is important for parents to understand that considerable practice is necessary for their children to hone their Mathematics skills. If their teacher only assigns the even problems, having them do some of the odd ones will strengthen their skills. The more time your children spend practising their skills, the sooner they will develop confidence in their abilities. You can get extra workbooks or exercises from online materials so as to expose them to other tough questions apart from the ones treated in school.

7. Take time to explain how to solve word problems.

Mathematicians have a common expression: to learn to solve problems, you must solve problems. Teach your children to read a word problem several times. Also, have them draw a picture or diagram to describe it. Make it easier for them to understand the steps in a problem by teaching them to substitute smaller numbers for larger ones.

8. Help your children learn the key vocabulary of Mathematics.

They will never get a real feeling for Maths nor learn more advanced concepts without an understanding of its vocabulary. Check that your children can define new terms. If not, have them use models and simple problems to show you they understand how the term is used.

9. Teach them how to do Mathematics "in their head."

Yeah, that is what I call it; “in their head”. One of the major ways to solve problems is by using mental Mathematics. Kids should use this method frequently instead of using pencil and paper or a calculator. When helping your children with a problem, help them determine when it would be appropriate to use mental Mathematics.

10. Make Mathematics part of your children's daily life.

Mathematics will become more meaningful when your kids see how important it is in so many real-life situations. Encourage them to use Maths in practical ways. For example, ask them to space chairs or objects in the room a certain distance apart, double a recipe, share certain portions of meal while serving dinner and pay bills in stores.

I’ve worked with so many kids who struggle with Mathematics in school. I understand that kids are resilient and they can learn and adjust with some coaching and support from you. Also, don’t forget about engaging the service of a professional and reliable home tutor if you are busy or unable to assist them in Mathematics. It might be just what your child needs.

Written by Akinyele Kolade Abel,
koladeakinyele@thinkfirsttutors.com
www.thinkfirsttutors.com
“There are no dull students anywhere...”

Source: http://grammarembassy..com/2014/08/how-to-help-your-kids-do-well-in.html

FIVE PRACTICAL WAYS TO HELP A CHILD WHO DOESN’T LIKE GOING TO SCHOOL

As a father and experienced school adminisrator, I’ve seen and sympathized with frustrated parents who resort to physically putting their younger children into the car and driving them to school, then carrying them kicking and screaming into the building before being left with a staff member. Many years ago, a lot of us used to think this can only happen in the Western world where most of the children are motivated to go to school and not in our country Nigeria. We believe that Nigerians cherish education because many people are deprived of it either directly or indirectly. But nowadays, the case has changed. Many pupils now prefer to sing, act, paint, drum or do other things apart from what they can learn inside the four walls of a classroom.


As a parent, if you find your child losing interest in school, the key is not to get drawn into a power struggle with your child over school, but to address the underlying problem. Your children will not learn the appropriate coping skills to change their behaviour if you keep engaging in this fight with them. Instead, it will only add to the negativity of the situation.
I’ve also met parents of defiant teens who respond to their child’s refusal to attend school by yelling, screaming, and taking everything away. These parents are trying to hold their kids accountable, but they’re setting up a dynamic of “I’ve got nothing to lose” in their child’s mind. Their teens actually become motivated to refuse school even more because it’s one of the few things he can control. Instead, these parents need to get to the root of the problem and coach their children out of it.

Other parents get worn down by their child and simply give up; they let their child become truant or drop out of school because they’ve had it.

Why Do Kids Refuse to Go to School?

From my experience, most kids who refuse to go to school fall into one or more of these four categories:

• Kids who are being bullied or those who are having trouble getting along with peers, either for the short term or the long term

• Kids who are struggling academically and for whom school has become a very negative experience

• Kids who have problems with authority and following the rules

• Kids who are experiencing some anxiety—separation anxiety, (usually in younger kids), or worry about tests, what’s happening at home, or whether or not they’ll be picked up that day, etc.


How to Turn Things Around

1) Assess the problem from the root. Sometimes it is actually a child’s lack of problem solving skills that are the root of the issue. For example, your child might be falling behind in class, but doesn’t know how to approach his/her teacher and ask for help. Spend some time talking with your child to really dig deep into the problem. Ask open ended questions—these usually start with “what,” “when,” or “how.” You might ask, “When do you have the toughest time in school?” or “What goes on for you when the teacher assigns something that seems really difficult?” You might also get input from the teacher and support staff at your child’s school as well—they often see things you don’t see, and report things your child won’t report to you. You can also consult a private home tutor who can help you to assess the child and give you a report of your child’s general academic performance. At times, you may need an independent report that is different from the school for a rational and unbiased assessment. There are few tutor agencies that offer this kind of service in Nigeria; I recommend www.thinkfirsttutors.com for the service in Lagos, Nigeria, it is free.

2) Think of finding solutions from home and school. Think of the people who work at your child’s school as your team mates. While they often bring a different perspective to the table, I can tell you that most of them have the same goal—they care about your child and they want to help your child learn and grow, academically and personally. It takes commitment from the staff as well as commitment from you in order to help your child through a challenging time—just because the problem is taking place at school does not mean that you get to sit back and let the teachers handle it. When you are feeling lost about what to do, teachers often have great, effective ideas that you can try—don’t be afraid to ask for some guidance. Teachers might also refer you to the school counsellor for additional support and ideas.

3) Understand that it is a gradual process. Change is not an overnight process. Your child will most likely not make a complete turnaround and start liking—or even tolerating school in a twinkle of an eye. Start where your child is right now and gradually increase your expectations over time until you’ve achieved your goal. Be patient and check in with the school often. Talk with your child often as well to see if things are getting better, and come up with new ideas to try if needed. Continue to draw upon your support system for ideas and possible solutions. Children with peer challenges might need some assertiveness training—a lot of kids don’t know how to speak up respectfully when another student offends them.

4) Encourage and motivate your child by using positive incentives. Recognize your child’s progress, even “baby steps.” Let your child know you can see s/he is trying, or let her know you noticed that s/he cried a bit less (or fought a bit less!) this morning and she’s on the right track. Frame your accountability system in a positive way: “For each day that you do this, you get an extra 15 minutes of computer time.” Or “Once you do that, you earn certain benefit for the day.” Notice I am not saying never to use consequences. I suggest offering extra incentives first and if that doesn’t work, make a current privilege dependent upon your child going to school each day. Every time you offer an incentive there is a built-in consequence—they don’t earn the incentive. No school today, no incentive tonight and they can try again tomorrow. If they don’t go to school at least 4 days out of 5, they don’t get to ‘here or there’ over the weekend. So while it’s framed positively in the first two examples above, there is a consequence, and this can be used with ODD kids as well. Kids who are dealing with anxiety-based issues especially benefit from positive incentives such as earning something special on the weekend once they go to school each day.

5) Speak Up. If you notice some seriously defiant behaviour and your child does not respond to these strategies after a week or two, then it’s definitely time to reach out for some support—locate a therapist or counsellor who can help you get your child’s defiance under control. You may also need to consider the option of sending your child to a boarding school.

I’ve worked with so many kids who struggled for the first few weeks of school and improved so much over the course of the year. Were there setbacks? Yes, of course! But kids are resilient and they can learn and adjust with some coaching and support from you. Also, don’t forget about your school counsellor, social worker, or psychologist as they can be valuable supports for you along the way, and can provide information on helpful community resources, too. Speak up, reach out, and ask for help. It might be just what your child needs.

Written by Akinyele Kolade Abel,
koladeakinyele@thinkfirsttutors.com
www.thinkfirsttutors.com
“There are no dull students anywhere...”

Source: http://grammarembassy..com/2014/07/five-practical-ways-to-help-child-who.html

HOW TO HELP A CHILD WITH LOW GRADES IN SCHOOL

Now most schools are rounding off their academic session and teachers are busy working on report cards. Your child’s report card may not meet your expectations. You know your child is capable of more, he/she may be intelligent but the grade doesn’t correspond with your perception of him/her. In this case, it’s tempting to blow a gasket, withhold privileges, and expect more from your child, especially when you know some of his/her peers who performed excellently.

Don’t take it too far, you need to be softer; more strategic approach may yield better results. First, you need to understand why your child’s report card isn’t studded with A’s. Then you can work out a plan with your child to get back on track. To do this, you need to talk to your child and your child’s teacher. And you might need to take a look at yourself, making sure you are setting realistic expectations.

Talk With Your Child

When things go wrong, the first person to talk with is your child because he/she is directly involved in the situation. You need to let him or her feel that you can trust his/her opinion about reasons for the poor grades. When you talk with your child about his/her report card, see if your child has a realistic view of the situation. For example, your child may think he/she occasionally fails to turn in a homework assignment. But his teacher’s grade book might reveal a consistent pattern of neglecting his work. Your child may also feel that s/he needs assistance with home work and reinforcement of what was taught at school.

Also, your child may think that s/he understands Mathematics because she has always been strong in that subject. But as Maths becomes increasingly abstract, some kids struggle. Your teacher can help you and your child face reality if necessary.

Often, lower-than-expected grades reflect a more challenging curriculum. Science can get difficult for some kids when memorization and lab work are involved. Languages become tougher when teachers start expecting students to infer from their text and delve deeper into topics in their writing. When the curriculum gets harder, your child will need to work harder just to maintain his/her grades. This can be a hard fact to face. The good news is that as some subjects get harder for your child, other subjects may get easier as his/her academic strengths emerge.

It’s also possible that your child has an especially hard teacher. If your child’s teacher is tough but fair, try to see it as a blessing even if it means a lower grade. Kids often learn more from tough teachers and tend to look back on them fondly.

Talk With the Teacher

As a parent, you need to investigate any grade lower than a B. If the report card does not detail the reasons for the lower grade, ask the teacher. Does your child not understand the concepts? Or is s/he not turning in homework? Did s/he barely miss the cut-off for a higher grade? Or does the grade represent a higher mark than what s/he earned? (Some teachers are generous; also some school proprietors in Nigeria make it compulsory for their teachers to increase the grades of some students unnecessarily).

One of the hardest things to hear is that your child seems to be trying his/her best but is still just getting average grades. Parents should keep in mind that a stretch of average academic performance does not mean their child will always perform at that level or that s/he will be limited in life. A good teacher will help parents understand the reasons their child earned certain grades so parents can respond appropriately.

Talk to Yourself

Before stressing out over an inconsistent report card, consider whether the grades reflect your child’s strengths. If your child gets A’s and B’s in most subjects and a C in one subject, it might not be a big deal, as long as your child is making progress.

Many teachers express concern that their stressed-out students believe they must get an A in every subject to please their parents. For a small number of gifted students, a perfect report card is attainable. But for most students, the idea of being a lifelong straight-A student is unrealistic.

Pupils who are obsessed with perfect grades may develop anxiety, neglect their friends and family, be hostile and envious of the pupils who perform excellently and at the end, they may develop unhealthy habits like staying up all night and depending on caffeine. They may be tempted to cheat in order to maintain their perfect record. Or they may melt down at the sight of a B-plus. Avoid this scenario by setting realistic expectations for your child, praising the child when s/he does well, and offering to help when s/he doesn’t.

If you and your child are stressing out about grades, remember that they’re just letters and numbers. The most important thing is that your child is learning. If s/he’s progressing, that’s good. It’s possible that when you dig deep into the reasons behind your child’s mediocre or poor report card, you may find out s/he simply didn’t apply himself/herself and do the work. If that’s the case, withdrawing privileges and letting him/her know you’re disappointed might be all that’s necessary to turn things around.

Remember, never beat or scold a child for poor grades, there can always be rooms for improvement. Encourage your child to do better. You may also need to consider getting your child a reliable home tutor during this long holiday. Try Think First Tutors www.thinkfirsttutors.com or Google a reliable and professional home tutor in your area. Good luck!

Written by Kolade Akinyele,

koladeakinyele@thinkfirsttutors.com

www.thinkfirsttutors.com

Source:
http://grammarembassy..com/2014/06/how-to-help-child-with-low-grades-in.html?m=1

HOW TO HELP A CHILD WITH LOW GRADES IN SCHOOL

Now most schools are rounding off their academic session and teachers are busy working on report cards. Your child’s report card may not meet your expectations. You know your child is capable of more, he/she may be intelligent but the grade doesn’t correspond with your perception of him/her. In this case, it’s tempting to blow a gasket, withhold privileges, and expect more from your child, especially when you know some of his/her peers who performed excellently.

Don’t take it too far, you need to be softer; more strategic approach may yield better results. First, you need to understand why your child’s report card isn’t studded with A’s. Then you can work out a plan with your child to get back on track. To do this, you need to talk to your child and your child’s teacher. And you might need to take a look at yourself, making sure you are setting realistic expectations.

Talk With Your Child

When things go wrong, the first person to talk with is your child because he/she is directly involved in the situation. You need to let him or her feel that you can trust his/her opinion about reasons for the poor grades. When you talk with your child about his/her report card, see if your child has a realistic view of the situation. For example, your child may think he/she occasionally fails to turn in a homework assignment. But his teacher’s grade book might reveal a consistent pattern of neglecting his work. Your child may also feel that s/he needs assistance with home work and reinforcement of what was taught at school.

Also, your child may think that s/he understands Mathematics because she has always been strong in that subject. But as Maths becomes increasingly abstract, some kids struggle. Your teacher can help you and your child face reality if necessary.

Often, lower-than-expected grades reflect a more challenging curriculum. Science can get difficult for some kids when memorization and lab work are involved. Languages become tougher when teachers start expecting students to infer from their text and delve deeper into topics in their writing. When the curriculum gets harder, your child will need to work harder just to maintain his/her grades. This can be a hard fact to face. The good news is that as some subjects get harder for your child, other subjects may get easier as his/her academic strengths emerge.

It’s also possible that your child has an especially hard teacher. If your child’s teacher is tough but fair, try to see it as a blessing even if it means a lower grade. Kids often learn more from tough teachers and tend to look back on them fondly.

Talk With the Teacher

As a parent, you need to investigate any grade lower than a B. If the report card does not detail the reasons for the lower grade, ask the teacher. Does your child not understand the concepts? Or is s/he not turning in homework? Did s/he barely miss the cut-off for a higher grade? Or does the grade represent a higher mark than what s/he earned? (Some teachers are generous; also some school proprietors in Nigeria make it compulsory for their teachers to increase the grades of some students unnecessarily).

One of the hardest things to hear is that your child seems to be trying his/her best but is still just getting average grades. Parents should keep in mind that a stretch of average academic performance does not mean their child will always perform at that level or that s/he will be limited in life. A good teacher will help parents understand the reasons their child earned certain grades so parents can respond appropriately.

Talk to Yourself

Before stressing out over an inconsistent report card, consider whether the grades reflect your child’s strengths. If your child gets A’s and B’s in most subjects and a C in one subject, it might not be a big deal, as long as your child is making progress.

Many teachers express concern that their stressed-out students believe they must get an A in every subject to please their parents. For a small number of gifted students, a perfect report card is attainable. But for most students, the idea of being a lifelong straight-A student is unrealistic.

Pupils who are obsessed with perfect grades may develop anxiety, neglect their friends and family, be hostile and envious of the pupils who perform excellently and at the end, they may develop unhealthy habits like staying up all night and depending on caffeine. They may be tempted to cheat in order to maintain their perfect record. Or they may melt down at the sight of a B-plus. Avoid this scenario by setting realistic expectations for your child, praising the child when s/he does well, and offering to help when s/he doesn’t.

If you and your child are stressing out about grades, remember that they’re just letters and numbers. The most important thing is that your child is learning. If s/he’s progressing, that’s good. It’s possible that when you dig deep into the reasons behind your child’s mediocre or poor report card, you may find out s/he simply didn’t apply himself/herself and do the work. If that’s the case, withdrawing privileges and letting him/her know you’re disappointed might be all that’s necessary to turn things around.

Remember, never beat or scold a child for poor grades, there can always be rooms for improvement. Encourage your child to do better. You may also need to consider getting your child a reliable home tutor during this long holiday. Try Think First Tutors www.thinkfirsttutors.com or Google a reliable and professional home tutor in your area. Good luck!

Written by Kolade Akinyele,

koladeakinyele@thinkfirsttutors.com

www.thinkfirsttutors.com

Source:
http://grammarembassy..com/2014/06/how-to-help-child-with-low-grades-in.html?m=1

HOW TO HELP A CHILD WITH LOW GRADES IN SCHOOL

Now most schools are rounding off their academic session and teachers are busy working on report cards. Your child’s report card may not meet your expectations. You know your child is capable of more, he/she may be intelligent but the grade doesn’t correspond with your perception of him/her. In this case, it’s tempting to blow a gasket, withhold privileges, and expect more from your child, especially when you know some of his/her peers who performed excellently.

Don’t take it too far, you need to be softer; more strategic approach may yield better results. First, you need to understand why your child’s report card isn’t studded with A’s. Then you can work out a plan with your child to get back on track. To do this, you need to talk to your child and your child’s teacher. And you might need to take a look at yourself, making sure you are setting realistic expectations.

Talk With Your Child

When things go wrong, the first person to talk with is your child because he/she is directly involved in the situation. You need to let him or her feel that you can trust his/her opinion about reasons for the poor grades. When you talk with your child about his/her report card, see if your child has a realistic view of the situation. For example, your child may think he/she occasionally fails to turn in a homework assignment. But his teacher’s grade book might reveal a consistent pattern of neglecting his work. Your child may also feel that s/he needs assistance with home work and reinforcement of what was taught at school.

Also, your child may think that s/he understands Mathematics because she has always been strong in that subject. But as Maths becomes increasingly abstract, some kids struggle. Your teacher can help you and your child face reality if necessary.

Often, lower-than-expected grades reflect a more challenging curriculum. Science can get difficult for some kids when memorization and lab work are involved. Languages become tougher when teachers start expecting students to infer from their text and delve deeper into topics in their writing. When the curriculum gets harder, your child will need to work harder just to maintain his/her grades. This can be a hard fact to face. The good news is that as some subjects get harder for your child, other subjects may get easier as his/her academic strengths emerge.

It’s also possible that your child has an especially hard teacher. If your child’s teacher is tough but fair, try to see it as a blessing even if it means a lower grade. Kids often learn more from tough teachers and tend to look back on them fondly.

Talk With the Teacher

As a parent, you need to investigate any grade lower than a B. If the report card does not detail the reasons for the lower grade, ask the teacher. Does your child not understand the concepts? Or is s/he not turning in homework? Did s/he barely miss the cut-off for a higher grade? Or does the grade represent a higher mark than what s/he earned? (Some teachers are generous; also some school proprietors in Nigeria make it compulsory for their teachers to increase the grades of some students unnecessarily).

One of the hardest things to hear is that your child seems to be trying his/her best but is still just getting average grades. Parents should keep in mind that a stretch of average academic performance does not mean their child will always perform at that level or that s/he will be limited in life. A good teacher will help parents understand the reasons their child earned certain grades so parents can respond appropriately.

Talk to Yourself

Before stressing out over an inconsistent report card, consider whether the grades reflect your child’s strengths. If your child gets A’s and B’s in most subjects and a C in one subject, it might not be a big deal, as long as your child is making progress.

Many teachers express concern that their stressed-out students believe they must get an A in every subject to please their parents. For a small number of gifted students, a perfect report card is attainable. But for most students, the idea of being a lifelong straight-A student is unrealistic.

Pupils who are obsessed with perfect grades may develop anxiety, neglect their friends and family, be hostile and envious of the pupils who perform excellently and at the end, they may develop unhealthy habits like staying up all night and depending on caffeine. They may be tempted to cheat in order to maintain their perfect record. Or they may melt down at the sight of a B-plus. Avoid this scenario by setting realistic expectations for your child, praising the child when s/he does well, and offering to help when s/he doesn’t.

If you and your child are stressing out about grades, remember that they’re just letters and numbers. The most important thing is that your child is learning. If s/he’s progressing, that’s good. It’s possible that when you dig deep into the reasons behind your child’s mediocre or poor report card, you may find out s/he simply didn’t apply himself/herself and do the work. If that’s the case, withdrawing privileges and letting him/her know you’re disappointed might be all that’s necessary to turn things around.

Remember, never beat or scold a child for poor grades, there can always be rooms for improvement. Encourage your child to do better. You may also need to consider getting your child a reliable home tutor during this long holiday. Try Think First Tutors www.thinkfirsttutors.com or Google a reliable and professional home tutor in your area. Good luck!

Written by Kolade Akinyele,

koladeakinyele@thinkfirsttutors.com

www.thinkfirsttutors.com

Source:
http://grammarembassy..com/2014/06/how-to-help-child-with-low-grades-in.html?m=1

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18 BENEFITS OF SUMMER HOME TUTORING FOR YOUR CHILD



SUMMER TUTORING will benefit your child if he or she:

(1) Had a difficult time with the last term or second term result. If your child had a tough year, having a tutor this summer allows you to be proactive about getting this coming school year off to a great start.

(2) Required tutoring during the school year. If your student worked with a tutor during the school year, continuing to do so over the summer with a good tutor can provide sense of continuity and can maintain newly learned skills.

(3) Complains of being bored. Young minds need to be stimulated! Kids go from a regimented schedule of classes, homework, and tests to weeks of video games, sleeping in, and hours to fill. Kids will find something to do with their summer, but will it benefit them or cause academic backslide? Spending even one session a week with a tutor over the summer can give your child a productive focus.

(4) Is interested in learning something new, such as Sign Language, Programming language, Algebra, or the SAT. Summer is a relaxed time. Kids do not have to deal with all of the pressures of school, so summer is the perfect time to start learning a new subject or skill or to get a head start on a subject your child will begin in the fall.

(5) Will be taking a standardized or placement exam such as the ACT, SAT, AP exams, HSPT, COOP, ISTEP, GRE, LSAT, GMAT, MCAT, etc. The summer is the perfect time to lay the foundation of strategy and knowledge of content for such challenging exams. Finding time during the school year proves difficult, especially for students involved with sports and after school activities. Balancing homework, extracurricular activities, and proper standardized test preparation will be much easier on your child if he already has a solid understanding of what he will encounter from working with a good tutor over the summer.

(6) Has test anxiety. If your child worries about exams, he is not alone. Most people have some degree of test anxiety. Tests usually comprise a large part of a student's grade, and it is only natural for him/her to worry about how to perform. However, when test anxiety begins to interfere with class progress, having a tutor can help your child to be better prepared for exams and to feel more confident. “Studying for a test” is not the main goal of tutoring during the summer or during the school year. Your child needs a tutor that will take an inclusive approach that includes building a strong foundation of subject matter, improving study skills, anxiety reduction techniques, motivation, and more.

(7) Will be taking an unfamiliar subject next term. Speaking of anxiety, few things cause more anxiety than beginning something new. If this is your child's third English class, s/he probably knows what to expect. But what if next term s/he will be taking Chemistry for the first time? The concepts will likely be completely foreign to the child. Having a tutor preview the subject can give your child the confidence s/he needs when class begins.

( Is enrolled in Summer School. Students who are enrolled in summer school or year-round schools benefit from tutoring just as students do during the traditional school year. Some use summer school to get ahead in their class schedules while others must repeat a subject with which they previously struggled. When you call to discuss your child's needs, you can talk to the tutor about the type and amount of tutoring that can best benefit your child.

(9) Is demonstrating a lack of focus or motivation, or has shown behavioural changes that may be the result of academic difficulties. Academic struggles can manifest themselves in many ways. When a student is struggling academically, you might notice a lack of self-esteem or motivation. You may or may not see the frustration your child is experiencing because s/he may hide it from you. In fact, children and teens often seem apathetic about their school work when questioned about their performance. Providing them with the chance to feel successful this summer may help encourage motivation for them when they begin the next school year.

(10) Must find a way to cope with various learning disabilities, illnesses, or even major life changes. Each of these may cause stress for your child that becomes too overwhelming during the school year. Our tutors have worked with students of all ages and abilities as well as those coping with very minor to extremely severe issues. Trained in counselling and social work, our tutors can provide the academic guidance with knowledge, patience, and experience this summer to guide your child to a successful upcoming school year.

(11) Is home schooled and wants to work with a tutor this summer. Homeschoolers often enjoy certain flexibility in regards to their schedules as well as the pace at which their work is completed. If your homeschooler will be working on his/her school work during the summer, our tutors can guide the child through it.

(12) Wants to review what was taught during the previous school year. This is a great idea! Human nature is to have a tendency to “finish” something and move on. The way the school system works, however, is that each subject builds upon the last. The material learned in the past subject will re-emerge in his/her upcoming classes. Our tutors can make sure your child does not lose the information s/he worked so hard to learn in the previous term.

(13) Will be starting a new school. Beginning a new school next term can present many challenges for kids. If you are moving, that alone can cause stress. Add that your child will be in an unfamiliar building with a new schedule, new rules, and will be meeting new teachers and making new friends while taking new classes and of course your child will feel overwhelmed. Your child will have to get used to the new class structures, new books, and new teachers' styles, but an experienced tutor can help ease the transition.

(14) Brought home a report card with grades that were lower than you had hoped. Just because your child’s grades have not been stellar in the past does not mean they cannot be improved. Give him/her a head start this summer to get next term off to a great start.

(15) Has a difficult time completing homework, completing it correctly, or managing to turn it in once completed. Your decision to contact the right tutor can drastically reduce the amount of time spent on homework and increase the accuracy of assignments submitted in class.

(16) Received a recommendation from a teacher that tutoring could be helpful. Your child's teachers often have their students' best interests at heart. If your child's teacher has recommended a tutor, seriously consider offering your child that advantage.

(17) Does best with structured schedule (as opposed to several weeks of “free time.”) Most people need structure in their lives. This does not mean your student must attend hours of classes a day to be productive. Kids need breaks, just as the rest of us do. Meeting with a tutor on a regular basis over the summer can provide enough structure to help keep your child focused on academics and ease the transition back into the next school year. Having someone to whom they feel accountable can keep them on task with their academic goals.

(18) Has asked for a tutor or for help with his/her schoolwork. If your child has asked for help, there is a reason. Beginning tutoring during the summer can help boost his/her confidence. Your child will be able to continue working with us throughout the school year, ensuring progressive success.

Since everyone's situation is different, please contact a tutor today to discuss how summer tutoring can benefit your child. You may try Think First Tutors www.thinkfirsttutors.com or try Google a reliable and professional home tutor in your area for this summer. Good luck!

SOURCE: http://grammarembassy..com/2014/06/18-benefits-of-summer-tutoring-for-your.html

18 BENEFITS OF SUMMER HOME TUTORING FOR YOUR CHILD



SUMMER TUTORING will benefit your child if he or she:

(1) Had a difficult time with the last term or second term result. If your child had a tough year, having a tutor this summer allows you to be proactive about getting this coming school year off to a great start.

(2) Required tutoring during the school year. If your student worked with a tutor during the school year, continuing to do so over the summer with a good tutor can provide sense of continuity and can maintain newly learned skills.

(3) Complains of being bored. Young minds need to be stimulated! Kids go from a regimented schedule of classes, homework, and tests to weeks of video games, sleeping in, and hours to fill. Kids will find something to do with their summer, but will it benefit them or cause academic backslide? Spending even one session a week with a tutor over the summer can give your child a productive focus.

(4) Is interested in learning something new, such as Sign Language, Programming language, Algebra, or the SAT. Summer is a relaxed time. Kids do not have to deal with all of the pressures of school, so summer is the perfect time to start learning a new subject or skill or to get a head start on a subject your child will begin in the fall.

(5) Will be taking a standardized or placement exam such as the ACT, SAT, AP exams, HSPT, COOP, ISTEP, GRE, LSAT, GMAT, MCAT, etc. The summer is the perfect time to lay the foundation of strategy and knowledge of content for such challenging exams. Finding time during the school year proves difficult, especially for students involved with sports and after school activities. Balancing homework, extracurricular activities, and proper standardized test preparation will be much easier on your child if he already has a solid understanding of what he will encounter from working with a good tutor over the summer.

(6) Has test anxiety. If your child worries about exams, he is not alone. Most people have some degree of test anxiety. Tests usually comprise a large part of a student's grade, and it is only natural for him/her to worry about how to perform. However, when test anxiety begins to interfere with class progress, having a tutor can help your child to be better prepared for exams and to feel more confident. “Studying for a test” is not the main goal of tutoring during the summer or during the school year. Your child needs a tutor that will take an inclusive approach that includes building a strong foundation of subject matter, improving study skills, anxiety reduction techniques, motivation, and more.

(7) Will be taking an unfamiliar subject next term. Speaking of anxiety, few things cause more anxiety than beginning something new. If this is your child's third English class, s/he probably knows what to expect. But what if next term s/he will be taking Chemistry for the first time? The concepts will likely be completely foreign to the child. Having a tutor preview the subject can give your child the confidence s/he needs when class begins.

( Is enrolled in Summer School. Students who are enrolled in summer school or year-round schools benefit from tutoring just as students do during the traditional school year. Some use summer school to get ahead in their class schedules while others must repeat a subject with which they previously struggled. When you call to discuss your child's needs, you can talk to the tutor about the type and amount of tutoring that can best benefit your child.

(9) Is demonstrating a lack of focus or motivation, or has shown behavioural changes that may be the result of academic difficulties. Academic struggles can manifest themselves in many ways. When a student is struggling academically, you might notice a lack of self-esteem or motivation. You may or may not see the frustration your child is experiencing because s/he may hide it from you. In fact, children and teens often seem apathetic about their school work when questioned about their performance. Providing them with the chance to feel successful this summer may help encourage motivation for them when they begin the next school year.

(10) Must find a way to cope with various learning disabilities, illnesses, or even major life changes. Each of these may cause stress for your child that becomes too overwhelming during the school year. Our tutors have worked with students of all ages and abilities as well as those coping with very minor to extremely severe issues. Trained in counselling and social work, our tutors can provide the academic guidance with knowledge, patience, and experience this summer to guide your child to a successful upcoming school year.

(11) Is home schooled and wants to work with a tutor this summer. Homeschoolers often enjoy certain flexibility in regards to their schedules as well as the pace at which their work is completed. If your homeschooler will be working on his/her school work during the summer, our tutors can guide the child through it.

(12) Wants to review what was taught during the previous school year. This is a great idea! Human nature is to have a tendency to “finish” something and move on. The way the school system works, however, is that each subject builds upon the last. The material learned in the past subject will re-emerge in his/her upcoming classes. Our tutors can make sure your child does not lose the information s/he worked so hard to learn in the previous term.

(13) Will be starting a new school. Beginning a new school next term can present many challenges for kids. If you are moving, that alone can cause stress. Add that your child will be in an unfamiliar building with a new schedule, new rules, and will be meeting new teachers and making new friends while taking new classes and of course your child will feel overwhelmed. Your child will have to get used to the new class structures, new books, and new teachers' styles, but an experienced tutor can help ease the transition.

(14) Brought home a report card with grades that were lower than you had hoped. Just because your child’s grades have not been stellar in the past does not mean they cannot be improved. Give him/her a head start this summer to get next term off to a great start.

(15) Has a difficult time completing homework, completing it correctly, or managing to turn it in once completed. Your decision to contact the right tutor can drastically reduce the amount of time spent on homework and increase the accuracy of assignments submitted in class.

(16) Received a recommendation from a teacher that tutoring could be helpful. Your child's teachers often have their students' best interests at heart. If your child's teacher has recommended a tutor, seriously consider offering your child that advantage.

(17) Does best with structured schedule (as opposed to several weeks of “free time.”) Most people need structure in their lives. This does not mean your student must attend hours of classes a day to be productive. Kids need breaks, just as the rest of us do. Meeting with a tutor on a regular basis over the summer can provide enough structure to help keep your child focused on academics and ease the transition back into the next school year. Having someone to whom they feel accountable can keep them on task with their academic goals.

(18) Has asked for a tutor or for help with his/her schoolwork. If your child has asked for help, there is a reason. Beginning tutoring during the summer can help boost his/her confidence. Your child will be able to continue working with us throughout the school year, ensuring progressive success.

Since everyone's situation is different, please contact a tutor today to discuss how summer tutoring can benefit your child. You may try Think First Tutors www.thinkfirsttutors.com or try Google a reliable and professional home tutor in your area for this summer. Good luck!

SOURCE: http://grammarembassy..com/2014/06/18-benefits-of-summer-tutoring-for-your.html

18 BENEFITS OF SUMMER TUTORING FOR YOUR CHILD



SUMMER TUTORING will benefit your child if he or she:

(1) Had a difficult time with the last term or second term result. If your child had a tough year, having a tutor this summer allows you to be proactive about getting this coming school year off to a great start.

(2) Required tutoring during the school year. If your student worked with a tutor during the school year, continuing to do so over the summer with a good tutor can provide sense of continuity and can maintain newly learned skills.

(3) Complains of being bored. Young minds need to be stimulated! Kids go from a regimented schedule of classes, homework, and tests to weeks of video games, sleeping in, and hours to fill. Kids will find something to do with their summer, but will it benefit them or cause academic backslide? Spending even one session a week with a tutor over the summer can give your child a productive focus.

(4) Is interested in learning something new, such as Sign Language, Programming language, Algebra, or the SAT. Summer is a relaxed time. Kids do not have to deal with all of the pressures of school, so summer is the perfect time to start learning a new subject or skill or to get a head start on a subject your child will begin in the fall.

(5) Will be taking a standardized or placement exam such as the ACT, SAT, AP exams, HSPT, COOP, ISTEP, GRE, LSAT, GMAT, MCAT, etc. The summer is the perfect time to lay the foundation of strategy and knowledge of content for such challenging exams. Finding time during the school year proves difficult, especially for students involved with sports and after school activities. Balancing homework, extracurricular activities, and proper standardized test preparation will be much easier on your child if he already has a solid understanding of what he will encounter from working with a good tutor over the summer.

(6) Has test anxiety. If your child worries about exams, he is not alone. Most people have some degree of test anxiety. Tests usually comprise a large part of a student's grade, and it is only natural for him/her to worry about how to perform. However, when test anxiety begins to interfere with class progress, having a tutor can help your child to be better prepared for exams and to feel more confident. “Studying for a test” is not the main goal of tutoring during the summer or during the school year. Your child needs a tutor that will take an inclusive approach that includes building a strong foundation of subject matter, improving study skills, anxiety reduction techniques, motivation, and more.

(7) Will be taking an unfamiliar subject next term. Speaking of anxiety, few things cause more anxiety than beginning something new. If this is your child's third English class, s/he probably knows what to expect. But what if next term s/he will be taking Chemistry for the first time? The concepts will likely be completely foreign to the child. Having a tutor preview the subject can give your child the confidence s/he needs when class begins.

( Is enrolled in Summer School. Students who are enrolled in summer school or year-round schools benefit from tutoring just as students do during the traditional school year. Some use summer school to get ahead in their class schedules while others must repeat a subject with which they previously struggled. When you call to discuss your child's needs, you can talk to the tutor about the type and amount of tutoring that can best benefit your child.

(9) Is demonstrating a lack of focus or motivation, or has shown behavioural changes that may be the result of academic difficulties. Academic struggles can manifest themselves in many ways. When a student is struggling academically, you might notice a lack of self-esteem or motivation. You may or may not see the frustration your child is experiencing because s/he may hide it from you. In fact, children and teens often seem apathetic about their school work when questioned about their performance. Providing them with the chance to feel successful this summer may help encourage motivation for them when they begin the next school year.

(10) Must find a way to cope with various learning disabilities, illnesses, or even major life changes. Each of these may cause stress for your child that becomes too overwhelming during the school year. Our tutors have worked with students of all ages and abilities as well as those coping with very minor to extremely severe issues. Trained in counselling and social work, our tutors can provide the academic guidance with knowledge, patience, and experience this summer to guide your child to a successful upcoming school year.

(11) Is home schooled and wants to work with a tutor this summer. Homeschoolers often enjoy certain flexibility in regards to their schedules as well as the pace at which their work is completed. If your homeschooler will be working on his/her school work during the summer, our tutors can guide the child through it.

(12) Wants to review what was taught during the previous school year. This is a great idea! Human nature is to have a tendency to “finish” something and move on. The way the school system works, however, is that each subject builds upon the last. The material learned in the past subject will re-emerge in his/her upcoming classes. Our tutors can make sure your child does not lose the information s/he worked so hard to learn in the previous term.

(13) Will be starting a new school. Beginning a new school next term can present many challenges for kids. If you are moving, that alone can cause stress. Add that your child will be in an unfamiliar building with a new schedule, new rules, and will be meeting new teachers and making new friends while taking new classes and of course your child will feel overwhelmed. Your child will have to get used to the new class structures, new books, and new teachers' styles, but an experienced tutor can help ease the transition.

(14) Brought home a report card with grades that were lower than you had hoped. Just because your child’s grades have not been stellar in the past does not mean they cannot be improved. Give him/her a head start this summer to get next term off to a great start.

(15) Has a difficult time completing homework, completing it correctly, or managing to turn it in once completed. Your decision to contact the right tutor can drastically reduce the amount of time spent on homework and increase the accuracy of assignments submitted in class.

(16) Received a recommendation from a teacher that tutoring could be helpful. Your child's teachers often have their students' best interests at heart. If your child's teacher has recommended a tutor, seriously consider offering your child that advantage.

(17) Does best with structured schedule (as opposed to several weeks of “free time.”) Most people need structure in their lives. This does not mean your student must attend hours of classes a day to be productive. Kids need breaks, just as the rest of us do. Meeting with a tutor on a regular basis over the summer can provide enough structure to help keep your child focused on academics and ease the transition back into the next school year. Having someone to whom they feel accountable can keep them on task with their academic goals.

(18) Has asked for a tutor or for help with his/her schoolwork. If your child has asked for help, there is a reason. Beginning tutoring during the summer can help boost his/her confidence. Your child will be able to continue working with us throughout the school year, ensuring progressive success.

Since everyone's situation is different, please contact a tutor today to discuss how summer tutoring can benefit your child. You may try Think First Tutors www.thinkfirsttutors.com or try Google a reliable and professional home tutor in your area for this summer. Good luck!

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