Many parents face this problem. It is necessary to establish the reason and to help to find desire again to reach for knowledge.
Instruction
1. Parents - the main example for imitation. It is possible to tell on the example about achievements in school and as it helped with further life. The child will begin to understand the purpose of classes, to be engaged diligently, and will be rewarded in the future. Perhaps, the child has an idol, the favourite fairy tale character, the superhero who can be used as an example too. Without effort and special knowledge they could not achieve glory and success.
2. Perhaps, the problem is connected with the general school atmosphere. There could be a conflict with peers, or the teacher. It is necessary to observe behavior of the child. The lack of mood, low progress can be connected with internal experiences. Induce the child to share a problem. Most likely, he very much needs a consolation and parents' council.
3. If the child is absent-minded, cannot concentrate attention, perhaps, rest is simply necessary for it. At children the information overload is often observed and it is just necessary to switch the attention to hobbies.
4. You should not swear for bad notes, misses and failures. Especially if the child himself is extremely depressed and needs support. It is important to support the child, to instill self-confidence and in the forces.
5. If the child does not understand any subject, do not deny assistance. Work with it, or it is possible to resort to the help of the tutor. Do not demand impossible, happens that some objects are not given to the pupil at all. It is better to focus attention on those lessons which are perceived easier and attract bigger interest.
6. The healthy breakfast and a dream, important factors affecting progress of the pupil. Especially if he attends sports and other additional classes. Perhaps, due to the lack of healthy food and good rest the child just does not have forces and energy for study. As means, the healthy balanced breakfast which will help an organism to wake up and be loaded with energy. Also do not allow children to sit up at the computer, or the TV late.