Prepare Your Child for School with These 6 Tips

Ask parents what they dread the most, and most of them will answer one thing. The tantrums the kids throw, the crying, the whining, and the negotiation. Trust me when I say negotiation with the North Korean prince is easier than setting up terms with my 4-year-old son. The look, Oh my God the look of why are you doing this to me is the worst. I almost start feeling guilty for sending him to school. Be at that!

Even if you have got them admission in one of the best schools in Delhi, you just can’t expect a 4 year old to adjust with the changes. Not for at least a good 3-4 months. 

In case you are struggling with a child, just like me? Here are some tips for you. 

1. Prepare Yourself 

There is no such word as we are fully prepared. Even when your kid is fully wrapped in uniform always make sure that you leave early. The tactics mentioned in the first paragraph are repeated over and over which can make you late for school. 

2. It’s Okay to Make a Fool of Yourself 

Taking your school to the kid is not going to be a cakewalk. So just make sure you are ready to become whatever your kid desires. Sing, dance, become a superhero and make your kid stop from crying.   

3. Embrace What is Happening

This is the best time to bond with your kid. Also, remember these moments will only last for few years. So instead of whining like your own child, it’s better to embrace the moment.

4. Engage him while on the Way to School

Play a game that engages your kids while going to the school. It can be carpool karaoke. Or it could be something as simple as choosing a colour and then spotting x no. of cars on the way. Don’t let your kids win always, okay sometimes!       

5. Perrenial Brain Busters

Mental maths, spellings, countries, and capitals play all these games. Not only will they make your trip interesting but also make your kid smarter. 

6. Buddy System

The foolproof and proven way to engage your kids in an activity they don’t want to do is to make them do it with their friends. Look up another family with a kid your kid gels well with and see him leaving all his tantrums at home.

4 Extracurricular Activities Every Student Must Indulge In

A lot of people, especially parents, are of the opinion that extracurricular activities are just meant for entertainment which, in fact, is not true. The role of extracurricular activities in the overall development of a child can’t be ignored.       

To safeguard the interests and hobbies of students in this era of hi-tech gadgets and smartphones, it becomes all the more important for parents and teachers to motivate their child (respectively) to take part in extracurricular activities.

Below-mentioned is the list of 4 extracurricular activities every student must indulge in. Have a look: 

•National Cadet Corps

One of the most important extracurricular activities organised by schools and colleges, National Cadet Corps help empower kids from the very beginning. The minimum age limit for NCC is 13 years. NCC cadets learn about a lot of things including survival practices, camping, discipline, handling crowd etc. A number of vital life skills can be inculcated in a child through NCC camps which further help him/her grow in the right direction. 

•Quiz Contests

Every prominent ICSE school in Gurgaon boasts of their erudite quiz contests. These are held on a regular basis to impart knowledge to students in a creative manner. As a reward, certificates and prizes are given to the students. This not only enhances their knowledge around various subjects but also boosts their confidence. 

•Debate Clubs

Debate clubs exist in various schools of Delhi-NCR. These debate clubs organise number of interschool and intra-school debate competitions to make students aware of the on-going issues and check how well they perceive them.  From inculcating oratory skills in the child to developing a rational mind-set, debate clubs are great for the overall development of a child. They also help him/her understand how to put forth his/her viewpoint without indulging in arguments or spats. 

Schools in Delhi-NCR are putting their best efforts to help children grow beyond academics. Be it sports or extracurricular activities, schools are positive about granting students their individual space where they can learn and evolve. When they grow up, these life-skills (which they must have developed during their childhood) tremendously help them become better individuals and lead their life well. 

Parents who don’t allow their children to take part in extracurricular activities ought to look beyond the obvious. In spite of considering these activities useless for their kid, they should motivate them.