Any parent wants the child to learn with pleasure and to enjoy the process of acquiring new knowledge. It is not difficult to achieve such a situation, because all children are naturally curious and strive to learn new things. From an early age, kids are open to new information, are able to think outside the box and quickly assimilate the knowledge gained. And the main task of parents is to support natural curiosity and interest in learning.
The place of play in teaching preschoolers
Play is the main activity of preschool children, therefore teaching kids 3-6 years old with the inclusion of elements of the game is much more effective than the traditional educational process. First, because of the positive emotional background, thanks to which children learn the material better. Secondly, because of the direct impact on the child's communication activities and intelligence. In addition, thanks to the liberation in the game, the child gets the opportunity to find creative solutions.
In teaching preschoolers, play should not be opposed to learning. And in modern children's institutions they know this and take it into account when drawing up classes for preschool children. Such classes not only teach kids, helping them to acquire certain knowledge and skills, but also develop their intellect, help in communication with each other, identify developmental problems and have a positive effect on the personality of each child.
Preschool children are taught with the help of:
- Narrative games. The child builds a game with toys and other children, acting out a certain plot.
- Games-dramatizations. The child imagines himself in the form of a certain character, showing his experiences, feelings, intonation, facial expressions, while studying literature and speech.
- Director's games. The child comes up with a plot and implements it through toys or other children.
- Theatrical games. Several children participate in such games, and their topics are very extensive. In the process of playing, children improve their speech, study the world around them, and develop intelligence.
- Constructive games. The child creates a game or objects with a new purpose.
- Didactic games. They are more close to the learning process than other types of games. Such games are interesting and instructive for children.
- Outdoor games. During such games, the child develops dexterity, reaction speed, and the ability to navigate in space.
How to instill a love of learning?
- When the child succeeds in something, he gives the right answers or performs the task correctly, praise and encourage. However, it is important not to overdo it, so that the child does not become too dependent on external evaluations.
- When the child has acquired the information or skill, offer him more difficult tasks so that he gradually moves from simple skills to mastering difficult problems.
- Explore everything around you while communicating with your child. Ask about how the kid spent the day in kindergarten, count trees or clouds on the way home, name the color of cars that pass nearby, guess riddles. Be sure to ask schoolchildren about what they learned at school, what the child has learned. Play chess and other board games at home.
- Remember to get enough rest for your child. Give your toddler time for their non-educational activities.
- If you don’t know the answer to a child’s question or don’t understand how to solve the problem, do not be afraid to sincerely admit this to the child. At the same time, say that you are interested in knowing the answer or solution. The child will follow an example and himself will be involved with interest in the process of acquiring new knowledge.
Joint activities, chemistry experiments in the form of tricks, and other interesting activities will surely help your child develop a love of learning.
How not to discourage the desire to learn?
Parents should not instill in their child an attitude towards learning as a commitment. Therefore, do not tell your son or daughter “you have to learn” or “you have to learn,” instead offer to work out or exercise.
In addition, parents should not be upset about the child's poor grades, and it is simply unacceptable to punish for low scores.
Do not react to the wrong actions of your daughter or son too emotionally, otherwise the child will become afraid to make mistakes (and there is no learning without mistakes). Gently correct the actions of your son or daughter, suggesting to find a new solution, think together, decide in a different way.
Love of reading
For a child to love books, parents should read it more often in the first years of life. Start with books with melodic poetry and later move on to fairy tales. In order for the kid to listen to poetry or stories with interest, you need to read emotionally and with expression.
Let your child choose the book you read to him today, even if the child picks up the same book every day. Ask him why he liked the story so much that he remembered from what he read, what the book is called, who the author is, what is painted on the cover. The child can also be encouraged to turn the pages while reading.
While reading to your baby, stop periodically and ask questions. For example, the question “what do you think will happen next in this story?” Will help in the development of the child's fantasy. If there are pictures on the pages, pay attention to them. Have your child show the character or object you just read about.
When it's time to learn the alphabet, find an alphabet that your child will enjoy. Now the assortment of primers for children is very large, so you can easily find a suitable book. If no store option came up, you can make your own alphabet with your child. To do this, cut out bright pictures from old magazines, stick them on the pages of the album and write a suitable letter on top.
In instilling a love of reading, the example of parents is also of great importance. If mom or dad reads books, newspapers or magazines, the child will imitate them and will also want to read. You can write out a children's magazine for the child, as well as write the baby to the library. This will provide your child with an opportunity to read, which they will surely appreciate in the future.
For information on how to arouse interest in learning, see Pavel Zygmantovich's video.
