From this book you will learn:
The connection between emotions, memory and academics
Test taking strategies
Homework tips from honors students
How to improve communications with teachers
And more!
2. Identify the problem
Generate alternative solutions to the problem
Select the best solution for the situation
Implement the solution
Evaluate the solution
3. Is it
◦ Difficulty Reading?
◦ Poor Writing?
◦ Depression?
◦ Anger?
◦ Poverty?
◦ Hunger?
◦ Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD)?
◦ Bipolar Disorder?
◦ Is It Something Else?
4. For example, parents with a student who is
behind in reading may choose from the
following types of alternatives:
◦ Practice reading every night at home for 30 minutes
◦ Hire a reading tutor to diagnose the reading
roadblock(s)
◦ Consult with the teacher on the best way to handle
the reading deficit
◦ Do a combination of the alternatives
5. Make sure the solution is appropriate for the
child’s developmental level
Make sure the solution allows enough time
for the student to fulfill the requirements
Make sure to select the solution that will best
solve the problem
6. Instruct the student on what to do
Provide supplies if necessary
Provide proper supervision for the student
where necessary
Have someone available to answer questions
if the student needs it
7. Did the solution fix the problem?
Did you notice other things that needed to be
addressed?
If other issues were discovered, how will you
address?
If the first solution did not fix the problem,
which alternative will you try next?
8. Order the book Your Child Can Earn As:
Parental Steps for Helping Children Learn
◦ You Will Learn:
The connection between emotions, memory and academics
Test taking strategies
Homework tips from honors students
How to improve communications with teachers
And more!