pre-teen motivation
What are some ways to enrich education through the summer without be
boring. This is for the age group 12-14 boys. I know going to the library is one way. |
pre-teen motivation
Hi -- Let the kids choose their own summer project and then help pull it off. If they want to construct a treehouse, help them with all the project planning and math involved. If they want to go on a trip, help them learn everything they need to know about their destination, get the best prices, etc. Summer is a time for the learning to be child-driven rather than teacher-driven, and can be VERY effective. You will, however, probably need to concentrate on making sure the project goes forward, provide lots of support, etc. (ANd don't forget that if your child is a reluctant reader, mandate 20 minutes a day of free reading.) I hope these suggestions help! --Beth Kevles http://web.mit.edu/kevles/www/nomilk.html -- a page for the milk-allergic Disclaimer: Nothing in this message should be construed as medical advice. Please consult with your own medical practicioner. NOTE: No email is read at my MIT address. Use the AOL one if you would like me to reply. |
pre-teen motivation
On Tue, 13 Jun 2006 20:59:42 EDT, "
wrote: What are some ways to enrich education through the summer without be boring. This is for the age group 12-14 boys. I know going to the library is one way. Family travel to places of historical, environmental, or other interest, or to visit interesting friends and relatives - including participating in the travel planning. Travel alone to spend time with younger or older relatives. Visiting local museums. Touring manufacturing plants and construction sites. Exploring the region by bicycle and public transit. Specialty day or overnight camp programs on topics the boys are interested in (canoe/wilderness, Shakespeare, jazz improvisation, archaeology, pioneer-village woodworking & re-enacting, tall ship saiing, robots, science, geography, art, French immersion, Gaelic language, bagpiping are a few examples available for that age group around here). Building things with a parent. Building things with friends. Learning to cook. Maintaining a vegetable garden. Being counsellor-in-training at a camp for younger kids. At least some of these might not fit your definition of "education", but I think they're all appropriate ways for children this age to expand their horizons in the summertime. Louise |
pre-teen motivation
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