How to Encourage a Child to Practice the Piano

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Attack the problem directly.

   If you aren't afraid of ending up beating a dead horse, feel free to try this way.
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   Step 2: Make sure you explain to your child

   Tell them that if they practice, they will get better, and that being able to play the piano will open many doors for them once they are older. ,,, Do not shout at them or threaten to cancel their piano lessons, because this will only make your child want to play piano less, and they will not enjoy their playing time. ,
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   Step 3: how important practicing piano is.

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   Step 4: Have your child practice for a certain short amount of time each day

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   Step 5: soon it will become a habit.

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   Step 6: Give your child something to look forward to after playing the piano

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   Step 7: for example a dessert after dinner; this will motivate your child to play

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   Step 8: Make sure you speak kindly to your child.

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   Step 9: Keep in mind that if you follow step #4

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    Step 10: your child is only practicing because of a reward - not because he/she wants to.

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