Taking a break goes against every bone in my body. I am a stick to it, get it done, workin' type of gal. But, my healthy, growing children, who have enough energy to power a small amusement park, need breaks. It took me a long time to learn this. Logically it doesn't make sense. Take a break, get more done.However, it works! And I'm stickin' to it.
I have learned regular breaks during school improve
work
attention
and effort.
What mom doesn't want that?
My children know they are allowed a 15 minute break after specific books are completed. I require a mandatory break if frustration is beginning to build, or if things are getting out of hand, which I am sure only happens at my house. It is amazing what fresh air or a change in brain activity can do for a child.
What do my children do during break?
Play with their pets.
Ride bike.
Play Lego's.
Shoot hoops.
Eat a nutritious snack.
Jump on the trampoline.
Sit and talk with me.
Play with their siblings...
Next time your child is getting frustrated or having trouble concentrating, give them a break, and see if it helps.
I have learned regular breaks during school improve
work
attention
and effort.
What mom doesn't want that?
My children know they are allowed a 15 minute break after specific books are completed. I require a mandatory break if frustration is beginning to build, or if things are getting out of hand, which I am sure only happens at my house. It is amazing what fresh air or a change in brain activity can do for a child.
What do my children do during break?
Play with their pets.
Ride bike.
Play Lego's.
Shoot hoops.
Eat a nutritious snack.
Jump on the trampoline.
Sit and talk with me.
Play with their siblings...
Next time your child is getting frustrated or having trouble concentrating, give them a break, and see if it helps.
3 comments:
So so true! :) thanks for the reminder! I have noticed even with my three year old... that if we do a little seat work... then a little playtime ..... or a snack :) he has such a more relaxed morning! Glad that works for you and your kids too!
We try to do that too. In fact, I just made my 10 year old take a mandatory break this morning. The attitude was not good for getting work done ... It did help!
Stopping by from the HHH!
I totally agree. Sometimes when things get extra hairy I have to make my oldest take a break... always works to at least relieve some tension and get things back on track.
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