It’s natural for children to whine and complain about school work if they’re not motivated and don’t see the point of going to school. As a parent and caregiver, it becomes your responsibility to look into why your child is missing out at school. Children have faced increasing trouble staying focused, especially with schools operating online.  Here’s how you can help your child with a lack of motivation for school.

1.  Get Involved

Involving yourself in your child’s development and progress can help them feel noticed and what they’re doing is important. According to research, children whose parents are involved in their school work have better performance, are more likely to stay in school longer, and even get college degrees. Additionally, these children possess better social skills and have higher self-esteem.

2. Show Them the Big Picture

For many older children, school is all about tests and teachers they don’t like. From their point of view, why go through any of that in the first place? Help your child understand the value of delayed gratification to help them understand why or how schooling is essential for their long-term success.

3. Reward Their Effort

Another way of motivating your child is by rewarding their effort—and not just the positive outcomes. When your child goes the extra mile for a homework assignment or gets interested in a specific concept, engage with them and reward their effort. This helps them consciously become aware of their interests and helps them feel like their effort is worthwhile.

4. Involve Your Child’s Teacher

Your child’s teacher has a huge role to play in your child’s development. Get them involved and share your concerns with them. Teachers can also help you develop an action plan to help your child while providing support during classes.

5. Get Help from The Outside

Finally, you can seek help from outside sources, such as an older mentor who understands your child or can help them cope with the challenges at school.

At The Whole Child Development Center, we use hands-on learning, games, and playful tools that involve your child in learning. Our daycare center’s staff goes above and beyond to ensure that your child keeps learning new concepts in the safest and fun way.

Head to our website to learn more about our infant and toddler daycare center in Lenexa, Kansas.