“Do Not Stop Learning” – Best Ways To Help Your Child Learn During Quarantine

The COVID-19 outbreak resulted in the shut down of schools and institutions. This pandemic has disrupted the lives of many people and the education of millions of students worldwide. Schools across the country have switched to online learning in this pandemic with the use of alternate resources like Google Classroom, Zoom, and podcasts by teachers. While parents are adjusting to this new scenario, it’s also important to help kids stay focused and avoid the overuse of social media, games, and videos.

It is challenging but imperative that your child continues to stay focused in online education.  So, make sure you provide a productive environment and try these engaging methods to continue the learning process during quarantine.

Create a Schedule

Children may consider this quarantine time as an extended holiday with no school and teachers to instruct them. They might want to enjoy this time and have fun, but parents need to ensure that the child’s routine is not disrupted. Creating a schedule will instill a sense of discipline in kids and make them feel comfortable.

Set up a schedule for waking up, learning, eating, and playing. Also, go through your child’s academic schedule and write down the goals according to each subject. Tell them to complete the task as scheduled and cross out the tasks on completion. Make sure the schedule has room for flexibility which will also help parents in maintaining discipline.

Set Up a Learning Space

Create an environment at home where your child is able to focus on learning. A designated learning space can help develop your child’s creativity and sharpen their focus. The learning corner should be clean, quiet, and comfortable so that the child can concentrate for a longer period. Also, when the child is studying, keep the distractions at bay, such as the television, mobile phones, and toys.

Children are intrigued by things they see in their surroundings. So, at night parents can read books, novels, or magazines to help the child develop an interest in reading and learning. Adding some interesting books and colorful stationery can make it a fun and personal space for the child to spend time willingly.

Teach the Importance of Exercise

Physical Exercise is often boring, so make them exercise while playing games. It is a great way to get the entire family out, take a break from technology, spend quality time, and stay healthy without any fitness equipment or large outdoor spaces. You can try playing different games in your apartment, which will help burn some calories.

You can also teach your child a new trick like a handstand, learn a new dance from YouTube tutorials, or simply turn on music and dance with them.

Teach Something New

The internet is an open-door to learning. You can watch tutorials or download apps and learn something interesting every day. If your child is learning a new language, you both can watch a movie in that language together. If your child is interested in cooking, parents can help them cook their favorite food and talk about the importance of a healthy lifestyle or the process of digestion as you prepare a meal together. If your child has an inclination towards technology, encourage them to learn to code or create a website. Incorporate writing challenges in your child’s learning schedule. Ask your child to write a Sci-fi story or give them a topic for an essay, for example, what makes them unique. Encourage your child to try out a new hobby like art and craft, indoor gardening, scrapbooking, or anything they like. Everything is available on the internet today. So, take this opportunity to teach them something new.

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Get Their Hands-on Experiments

Some fun activities can be done with your kids like DIY science experiments, art and craft, and watching documentaries or educational videos. Though many children find science a boring subject, trying these activities at home can help your child develop an interest in the subject. If your kids already love Science, they’ll be excited to try these projects.

Celebrate the Productivity

One of the most important tricks to maintain academic discipline at home is by celebrating productivity. Encourage their productivity by face timing their friends and cousins so that they can share the highlights of their day and celebrate their goals. Also, acknowledge their efforts and applaud their progress to keep them going on their learning journey.

The Final Word 

Encouraging kids to take control of their learning will help them to be proactive and become independent individuals. In these tough times, when the external factors are beyond control, parents can help their children to spend this pandemic time productively and prepare for the future.