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Parents role as partners in child’s cognitive development

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Parents play an essential role in supporting their child’s cognitive development by creating an environment that promotes learning, curiosity, and skill-building. Parents who are engaged and supportive help their children build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.



Here are several ways parents can actively contribute to their child’s cognitive growth:


1. Set Goals Together:




  • Involvement in the process: Sit down with your child to set both short-term and long-term learning goals. These can range from mastering a new skill to improving performance in school or developing a new hobby.


  • Make it achievable: Help your child set realistic goals that are challenging yet attainable. For example, “Let’s aim to read one new book this week,” or “By the end of the month, let’s finish that puzzle together.”


  • Celebrate progress: When your child reaches a milestone, celebrate it, even if it’s small. This helps them understand the value of effort and persistence, building their confidence and intrinsic motivation.


    2. Use Praise and Rewards:




  • Praise efforts, not just outcomes: Focus on praising the effort your child puts into their learning, not just the results. This fosters a growth mindset, where they learn that improvement comes from trying, learning, and persevering.


  • Specific, meaningful praise: Instead of just saying “Good job,” be specific. For example, “I love how you kept trying that puzzle even when it got tricky” or “You did a great job organizing your ideas in that essay!”


  • Incorporate rewards: Rewards don’t always have to be material. You can use non-material rewards such as extra playtime, a special outing, or more time on an activity they enjoy. The key is to align rewards with their interests to keep them motivated.


3. Be Present:



  • Regular check-ins: Be an active participant in your child’s learning journey. Check in on their progress, whether it’s through casual conversations or scheduled review sessions. This shows your child that you care about their development.


  • Sit with them during practice sessions: Take time to sit with your child while they work on their tasks or practice a new skill. Offer encouragement and help if needed, but also give them space to work independently. This engagement demonstrates your interest and provides an opportunity for you to offer constructive feedback.


  • Show genuine interest: Actively engage with your child by asking about their experiences, thoughts, and challenges. Show curiosity about what they’re learning and help them work through challenges by offering encouragement and support.


By setting goals together, using praise and rewards strategically, and being consistently present, you strengthen your partnership with your child and create an environment that supports their cognitive growth and learning. This approach fosters a positive relationship with learning, encouraging them to keep striving toward their potential.


🌟Celebrate their progress and boost their confidence!


💪Your support makes all the difference!


We at UCMAS abacus use innovative techniques to train the children and discover the genius within them. Let’s work together to nurture their dreams and build a brighter future!

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