How to Talk to a Child About a Bad Grade
Explain the problem to the child how they would understand it., Avoid negativity., Issue a punishment, if you feel necessary., Reward them when they get good grades., Always remember: every child is different.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Explain the problem to the child how they would understand it.
Tell them that without good grades, many people won't be interested in hiring them for a job when they grow up. -
Step 2: Avoid negativity.
It's fine to be upset with your child, but calling him/her a "failure" or commenting on his/her "stupidity" will only cause a decrease in self esteem.
Degrading remarks can hurt more than you know.
Let the child know that they've gotten a bad grade, but that doesn't mean they're bad kids! It just means they have to work a little harder. , Make sure it is not too extreme however.
Taking away phone, TV, or computer privileges is always an option. , This can encourage the same sort of grades in the future.
Verbal praise can sometimes mean more than a purchased reward- remember to consider that! A milkshake from a favorite diner and a "Wow! I'm so proud of you!" will get the job done right. , If your child is utterly trying his/her best, and yet can only get about a C average, accept this.
Some children do not excel in certain areas. -
Step 3: Issue a punishment
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Step 4: if you feel necessary.
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Step 5: Reward them when they get good grades.
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Step 6: Always remember: every child is different.
Detailed Guide
Tell them that without good grades, many people won't be interested in hiring them for a job when they grow up.
It's fine to be upset with your child, but calling him/her a "failure" or commenting on his/her "stupidity" will only cause a decrease in self esteem.
Degrading remarks can hurt more than you know.
Let the child know that they've gotten a bad grade, but that doesn't mean they're bad kids! It just means they have to work a little harder. , Make sure it is not too extreme however.
Taking away phone, TV, or computer privileges is always an option. , This can encourage the same sort of grades in the future.
Verbal praise can sometimes mean more than a purchased reward- remember to consider that! A milkshake from a favorite diner and a "Wow! I'm so proud of you!" will get the job done right. , If your child is utterly trying his/her best, and yet can only get about a C average, accept this.
Some children do not excel in certain areas.
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