My seventh grade son is having trouble with his homework. I tried to help him, but it is hard for me to understand it at times. IS THAT NORMAL FOR YOU WHEN YOU HELP OTHERS?
2006-10-13 04:29:32 · 6 answers · asked by Darrin S 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
I also have a 7th grade son. The methods that are used today to teach kids are different than the way we were taught. Yes, it can be a challenge. Make sure you have an open line of communication with your son's teachers. If you don't get it and can't help your son, then make sure you send a note/email to the school so the teacher knows your son requires some assistance. Teachers appreciate the help parents give the children... but sometimes we just are not equipped properly.
2006-10-13 04:32:21 · answer #1 · answered by Laurie D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is always hope, but the longer you wait, the harder it gets. You're just starting High School, and have a chance to build a record that will look good to colleges, then get a scholarship, attend, and have a bright future. That's not the track you're on right now. Unless you get off your present course, you're headed for really hard times ahead. The weed is sucking away your energy and ambition, it's hard, but you need to stop it. That would be the first step. Getting away from the other kids that smoke would be a big help. Even if you have to be alone without friends for a while, it would be worth it. The second step is to attack the school work. Even if you're failing your classes, try to get every single homework in for the rest of the semester. Even if you get a D, that's a moral victory, and an improvement from failing. Talk with your teachers, and say that you want to improve next semester, and need help. One step at a time. Do well on your school work first. What interests you will present itself in the course of time, and head in that direction for a career.
2016-05-21 22:54:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You probably covered many of the same lessons. You just don't remember them. Most of us don't retain everything we are taught unless it is something we use often. Math is a great example. Most of us don't have a clue as to what a particular math formula might be used for unless we use it daily. For example, a medical technologist may be able to help their child with a chemical calculation, whereas a plumber may be more capable of helping with geometry. Don't feel intimidated. There are many great websites for homework help. In fact, your child's school can direct you to appropriate sites. Teach your child that no one knows everything, but we can look it up!
2006-10-13 05:48:49 · answer #3 · answered by stopmeifimwrong 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are having trouble helping your child with his homework, I suggest you schedule a conference with his teacher. I did this with my child and her teacher taught me the techniques they are using in the classroom, sent home reference books, directed me to web sites and let me know that she was on my side.
I have found that most teachers want the parents to be involved in their childs' learning, and if a parent shows an interest, the teacher jumps on board as well. Good luck, and I hope this helped!
2006-10-13 10:18:29 · answer #4 · answered by brainsandcute2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes the standards are always higher as the years pass on... admit that you don't know how to help and find him tutoring and maybe even purchase some books related to his course of study.
2006-10-13 04:32:51 · answer #5 · answered by Amanda F 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no it was not so normal
2006-10-13 04:33:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋