The summer is drawing to a close and your child is about to head back to school. Chances are they are both excited and a little nervous!
There are a few things that you can do to help ease the transition from summer to school.
We’re sharing 5 quick parenting tips on what you can do to help your child get ready for the next school year and math!
Parenting Tip #1: Find Out What Will Be Covered
Whether you love or hate Common Core State Standards, the great thing about so many schools embracing this approach is the fact that it’s becoming easier to figure out what your kids need to know in or before a certain grade.
If that’s not possible or you have trouble locating the concepts, ask your child’s school or teacher what is covered in that grade. This gives you the basic information you need to start generating some excitement about the subject matter and help you prepare to assist your child when they have homework questions!
Parenting Tip #2: Play Math Games
Once you know what the standards and concepts, spend time finding math games that go along with those topics. Playing math games with your children helps excite them for the upcoming year in math class.
Math games don’t have to be complicated! You can adapt a card game – like War – to include math concepts or facts. Your child can play fun outdoor games that engage the body and mind. We recommended some fun summer learning activities that you still have time to do!
Your kids will be more excited to learn when you make it fun!
