Tip #247 from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents (McKinley, Trombly) - the environment
Today's tip for parents from two talented teachers comes from 365 Teacher Secrets for Parents by Cindy McKinley Alder and Patti Trombly.
#247
Creating
the Environment
First
comes thought; then organization of that thought, into ideas and plans; then
transformation of those plans into reality.
~
Napoleon Hill
What is it about the
library that makes people want to sit down quietly and get to work? It’s the
atmosphere. The library is full of books, reference materials, tables and
chairs, computers, proper lighting, and helpful people; all of this creates the
proper atmosphere for learning and working. Creating the right atmosphere in
your child’s workspace invites your child to learn and can make it so much more
enjoyable.
Consider your child’s
workspace. She probably has paper, pencils, markers and other office-like
supplies on her desk. Now, look around her workspace while you consider the
subject of history/social studies. Are there any maps hanging on the walls?
Does she have access to a globe or reference books with maps? Do you have the
newspaper delivered? Is it accessible to her?
If you want history to be important in your child’s life, show it by creating an environment where she feels immersed in the subject. Start by talking to her teacher about her social studies curriculum for the year. What will they be studying? Once you learn that, you will know what the two of you will want to put around her workspace to provide her with the tools she needs to be successful throughout the year.
Cindy McKinley Alder Patti Trombly
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