How can you inspire a child to be successful in school?

Answer 1

Two trains of thought on this...
The normal way is to provide factual stories of others who have succeed through their studies and determinations.
Recently however, another method is becoming more prevalent. That of providing factual stories of those who threw away the opportunity and went down a different path. It seems to have a harder-hitting impact.
Examples they can look at or verify speak volumes.

You pick which one you think is more appropriate to inspire them and which one will get their attention.

Answer 2

Even though they might not see it, point out accomplishments of yours or of people the child admires that you wouldn't have if not for your education. Also, reward the child's small accomplishments. Don't make going to school seem stressful, as it will increase his school anxiety and possibly affect his performance. Don't push the child to do extremely well (like expect straight A's) as this might make the child feel that, even if he tries really hard and get a B or C, he was not successful, or that you saw him as a failure. Reassure him that you just want him to try his best.

It might also be helpful to set up a reward program, which would differ based on the age of the child. Through his good performance in school, the child can perhaps work up to a special trip or privilege. This will help to reinforce his good behavior.

At most schools the guidance staff are extremely helpful and can act as a liason between the parent and the school, as well as being a support and advocate for the student. Don't hesitate to give them a call.

Edit: I agree with making sure the child has a class that they love (whether it be art, music, or whatever else). When I was in high school, I was part of an arts program, and it was my favorite class. Your child will also likely perform well in this class (as it's something they love), further boosting their school confidence.

Answer 3

If a child enters school without essential cognitive skills, he or she runs a significant risk of starting behind and staying behind, and not all young children have access to high-quality childcare. However, through extensive partnerships, communities and school districts around the country are creating comprehensive early childhood programs to ensure that all children are prepared to learn, To increase there interest in learning both school teachers and parents should established regular habits of shared book reading and numerous ways for children to write and display their work.

Answer 4

give him or her something to work towards, many parents use the reward system, that's ok just make sure the rules are explained first. other parents use examples from history, historical figures to let the child know they can become like that person as well, successful, popular and wealthy if that's the case.

Answer 5

I know this isn't an option for everyone, but I home school. And we study normal courses, but also whatever my daughter is interested in at the time. Having her study what she loves inspires her all the time!

Answer 6

The # 1 inspiration I have found in my kids schooling is involvement. Helping w/ homework and asking questions about what was learned in school every day helps alot. If kids dont understand what they learned at school they dont usually want to risk being ridiculed by their classmates by asking for clarification from the teacher. If you ask them about what they worked on at school every day it opens the door for them to talk to you about what they didnt understand and you can help them to learn it. It also teaches them they can come to you with problems in other areas of their lives and keeps the door open for future conversations about other issues. I have also found that rewarding good grades on report cards and tough reports or homework assignments is motivating too. As long as your realistic about what you expect from your kids and encourage them to do their best you can expect to have a good outcome. ( Dont expect a child who has always gotten b's and c's to have alot of a's) reward each child on thier own scale.

Answer 7

Show them they are special at home and then they will want to be successful in school

Answer 8

Take interest at home. Make sure the child has done home work and check after her...tell her that she needs to do her best to YOUR standards not that of the school teacher...and then accept that only one child in a class room can be the most brilliant...if it happens to be yours, great...don't stress your child if someone else's child was born with higher IQ... even if you child has IQ of 145, by pure luck sh might have someone with IQ of 160 in her class and that is not your child's fault...
encourage her to excell by herself not in reference to her class...
(Please Make sure I get my 10 points in 24 hours.)

Answer 9

hmmm.
money for good grades (the older they get the more they want) but if your arnt willing to spoil them in that way then encourage them...
make good grades a big deal...starting off young is the best way.
but most kids who dont get good grades say its cause they're parents dont care if they get bad grades.
so its simple you have t oshow them how important it is.

Answer 10

Be aware of what they are passionate in. Encourage that passion, even if you don't like it. Make sure they have the tools to succeed at the things that they are not good at.