Alecia Baptiste

Writer, Speaker, Mentor

Children are meant to be loved, not fixed

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We live in a time where we know more about the world we live in than we’ve ever known.  Scientists can study the inner workings of our body.  They have made amazing discoveries about the human brain, and how it works.  With these new discoveries, scientists have been able to validate many of the ancient observations about humanity.  They’ve also been able to debunct a few myths.  We actually can teach an old dog new tricks.  It just takes alot more effort and time!

Now what does this have to do with children?

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Remembering

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The beginning of a new year is usually a time that most of us set goals.  We decide what we want to accomplish.  We decide what changes need to be made. We set our course.  I think these things are good, but it’s so important to remember before we forge ahead.  I’ve often heard the quote that if we forget our history, we are destined to repeat it.

Everyone needs to take time to stop and remember.

Humans are such interesting creatures.  How often do we forget the lessons we’ve learned?  We forget the challenges we’ve overcome.  We forget the daily battles that we’ve faced and endured.  We seem to only remember those huge, life-changing  or highly emotional events.    Even when we remember these events, our memories are often distorted.

Here’s a story explaining what I mean.

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Some Kids Ain’t Easy to Homeschool!

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Have you found yourself homeschooling one of those children who is full of energy, and hard to keep focused? Is your child resistant to completing school work, and seems to be lazy? Is your child having a hard time reading words or struggling to understand what he or she reads? Does noise, lights, scents or other sensory input disturb and distract your child?

I have a kid like this myself, and  I work with students like these all of the time. From my experience working with these students, I’ve learned some tips on how to help them focus and complete academic assignments successfully. We even have some fun in the process!

1. Be a student of your child. Observe their triggers. What triggers anxiety, tantrums, or lack of cooperation.

2. Create a less distracting environment (especially for tasks that require great focus) Have your child help you set up this space. You may need to adjust the lights. They may need neutral colors. They may need to be in a room where strong scents are blocked off. For children who are distracted by noise, try having them listen to www.simplynoise.com on headphones. Using a study carrel could also help with distractions.

3. Adjust your expectations. Do what is reasonable for your child. Accept them as they are today. Trial and error will help you determine what is a reasonable expectation for your child. Once you determine what is reasonable, be firm and consistent. Continue Reading

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