HELPING YOUR CHILD SUCCEED IN SCHOOL

The key to helping your child succeed in school is in establishing regular strategies and routines that will lay a foundation for success. As you decide which strategies to follow, remember that families, children, and parents differ from one another. Pick two strategies that you think will be easiest for you and your child to make a part of your routine. Start with two and add others when you can.

Establish a school morning routine.
Establish a school night routine.
Establish a "Homework Time."
Establish a "Family Reading Night."
Get your child a clock.
Use calendars to keep track of school requirements and family events.

Give books as gifts.
Get your child a dictionary.
Get your child a world globe.
Create a study space.
Get your child a journal.
Get your child an assignment book.

Visit the library regularly.
Subscribe to a daily newspaper.
Post a "Word of the Day."
Write letters.
Play word games with your child.
Play board games with your child.
Teach math with money.
Stay in touch with your child's teacher.

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