It is hard to believe we are back here again with schools closed and cases higher than ever. This is such a difficult situation for parents and teachers to be in. Some are fortunate enough to be able to work from home and spend some time with their kids, others have to go to work and worry about childcare arrangements. It is so tough.
I digress, this post was meant to be about setting a routine for your child if you are at home with them.
First, I would advise setting up a study space. Again, I am thinking of past pupils who would really enjoy setting up their nice pencils and paper and the novelty of working from home! It may just be at the kitchen table, but having their own little space is important.
Have set times for the children to do their work, maybe it’ll be in the morning when they are at their freshest. Always start with the least favourite or more difficult subject- we always do maths, Irish, English first! Save art and projects for the afternoon! And if you are not inclined to do any work with your child, that’s okay too! At the very least though I would suggest reading books or giving your child a good novel to read.
Consistency and structure are key for any child to be able to focus, concentrate and learn so keep that in mind if you can.
Once they have the school work finished, there”s a number of activities here which will keep them occupied:
Make cards for friends
Write a postcard to a friend in another country!
Make a potion
Make homemade bubbles!
Do some gardening
Card games
Play board games
Create your own story book
Make a den
Sort out toys and maybe pack some away for charity.