2006-08-22 15:08:52 · 10 answers · asked by goldie 6 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
(Disclaimer: In my opinon...) A 5th grader is ready to understand two things about the real world.
Firstly, there are responsibilities in life that simply have to be done, and if there is a reward for doing what must be done, it is a reward we give ourselves -- knowing we did our duties. An example the student may understand is that one of many parental duties is to make sure there is a shelter and food for the children.
Secondly, there is such a thing as fair compensation. Adults put in a fair days work and consequently are entitled to a fair wage -- or reward, so to speak for their labors.
A student should experience both as a part of their development. How you wish to outline that is up to you. Are chores the duty and school the job? Vice versa? Are both duties? If so, what is the job? No matter what you choose, the student should be able to tell you which is which, and with your help, give you reasons why.
2006-08-22 15:24:42 · answer #1 · answered by Unknown User 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
13 or 14
2016-03-17 01:11:49 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well...it needs to be set up ahead of time....and no other behavior should alter that...meaning:
If the child makes an A and gets $5, B $4, etc. You shouldn't take it away if they get in trouble at school, unless that is known up front.
Many parents make the mistake of saying "I'll take you to the movies on Saturday" and the child gets in trouble on Friday. Take the child to the movies...it was already a done deal. The discipline for the poor behavior should have nothing to do with family plans already made.
We have raised 6 sons with this philosophy.
2006-08-22 15:13:03 · answer #3 · answered by rrrevils 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I assume you're the parent...
I think it's a good way to motivate kids to get good grades or reward them for their self-driven hard work, but I would only start doing so if you plan to continue up through high school (depends on the kid though). If he tends to be a slacker and this is your way to truly motivate him, he won't continue with the good grades if the $ disappears.
If you're the kid... you shouldn't assume you automatically deserve the money just because you have good grades.. that's up to your parents. Technically you should strive for good grades whether you get paid or not.
2006-08-22 15:13:56 · answer #4 · answered by IAskUAnswer 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just heard a discussion about money for grades the other day on the radio. One of the speakers said as an adult, many jobs reward "good work" with bonuses and promotions so money for good grades is similar. One of the opposing arguements was that children are expected to do their best in school, not for monetary rewards.
Good luck deciding.
2006-08-22 15:14:01 · answer #5 · answered by harpingconnie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not fair i was in 5th grade last year people had 200 bucks for straight a's i had straight a's all my life now they changed grading scale in tn, never mid that. so no thats not good babying you too much cause when ur in middle school it gets hard like 6 pagesin 1 subject second week of school. my opinion not goodyou have to get ready for life.
2006-08-22 15:11:38 · answer #6 · answered by cosmoguy2121 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
ummmmmm being a kid myself i did get money for my grades which somewhat motivated me but i was always a bookworm and competitive with the "other" smart kids in my class. but i got money only from my report card which i think is better than giving money for each test grade. my mom would give me money depending on my average like a 97 i got $70 or higher. but i think instead of giving ur child money you should motivate him in a different way, in which they would do good w/o expecting an OUTSTANDING award. i mean you SHOULD reward your kid once in a while but not for every test grade. this way your kid will just get good grades because he wants to and not just to get money.
2006-08-22 18:20:13 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
although I have heard many arguments about the "intrinsic" value of doing stuff, let's be real, look at the society we live in. There is nothing wrong for incentives/rewards for a job well done. Let's prepare kids for real life...does a boss give a raise or promotion for "trying your best"? No, it is given for a kick *** performance!
2006-08-22 18:07:36 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe not money.....just buy something for a job well done..
.Because he'll get use to it....if you always give money...or maybe you can give money at the end of the school year especially if with honors...t.c.
2006-08-22 15:14:22 · answer #9 · answered by xrae12 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope. Don't do it. It's a whole can of worms you don't want to open up.
2006-08-22 15:10:40 · answer #10 · answered by Job 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋