Important Homework Tips for Parents

By Aditi | June 29, 2009 10:02 pm |
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Parenting Tips

homework 29- 06- 09 It is always a great feeling for parents to know that their child has a proper routine and is regular with the homework. However, there are various distractions like the computer and television in most homes which divert children and do not let them concentrate properly when it comes to doing their homework. So, it is the duty of a parent to make sure that their child has a disciplined routine and a settled place which is quiet and free of disturbances of any kind.

The most important homework tips for parents are to be available whenever their children need them. Parents should allow their children to do their work on their own so that they do not become dependent on them for doing their daily task. The bigger assignments should be divided into smaller and easier tasks so that the child does not face any trouble. As a responsible parent, one must keep in touch with the child’s teacher and keep a track on their progress by making sure that they are not overloaded with work.

Parents should set an example for their children. They should show interest in child’s homework and praise him/her for completing their homework. It is the duty of the parents to keep their child organized and for better results relate their homework to their everyday life.

Above all, there should be an environment where the child can have fun as well as learn. Staying involved with the children means they are less likely to get affected by any negative influence. By keeping these tips in mind parents can certainly pave the way for a bright future for their children.

Common mistakes parents make with teens

By Aditi | December 22, 2008 10:16 am |
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Teens

Parent Talk

You think that your child will now be easy to handle as he or she has entered the teenage? You will no longer need to give him step to step advices on how to eat, how to play, how to study etc? Then, you are mistaken, there are many mistakes that parents make with teens thinking they can now take care of themselves. Read on to see what are the top five common mistakes parents make with their teens.

Many parents lecture and not discuss about issues with their teens and this grows distance between them. Teens don’t like someone always lecturing them for this or that, so remember to discuss as a friend and not lecture, as they already get lectures in their schools and colleges.

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Are Parents Responsible for Financial Crisis?

By Aditi | November 26, 2008 10:54 am |
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Parenting Blues, Teens

money Ever thought why teens blame their parents for their monetary problems? Whether you agree or not, the fact is when there is a financial crisis at home, the first two people who are blamed are often the parents. The same parents who teach us everything in life are blamed for even the minutest financial problem of their children.

There might be many reasons for children to blame their parents for their monetary problems and one of them can be the lack of financial education in public schools. All subjects are taught in schools but hardly any school teaches about financial education, which is very important for a child to value money and teaches him or her to save it for future.

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