Talk with your child about school and everyday events.
See that your child gets plenty of sleep. Encourage exercise and good nutrition.
Monitor TV programs and video. TV can be instructional and also relaxing in proper doses at proper times. Talk with them about the programs they watch. Turn off the TV during meals to facilitate conversation. Supervise the content of the video games children play.
Encourage your child to do homework as early in the afternoon or evening as possible.
Provide a quiet, well-lit study area for your child. Set up a desk, table, or area designated for study, not far from the other family members. Remember to provide materials such as pens, pencils, pencil sharpener, paper, dictionary, ruler, crayons, glue stick, and scissors.
Take an active interest in your child’s schoolwork. Keep up with your child when he/she has a test and needs to study.
Orally quiz your child to help him/her prepare for a test.
If your child has trouble understanding something, try to help, but do not do it for them.
Be aware of numerous study strategies, such as flash cards, that can be shared with your child.
Provide learning experiences outside of school. Parks, beaches, libraries, zoos, and family games offer great learning experiences.
Encourage your child to write.
Read with your child. Discuss what was read.
Remember that you are your child’s first teacher.