Thursday, October 24, 2024
Focus attention on following directions
Does your child seem forgetful, absent-minded or irresponsible when you give directions? An ability to focus on instructions and carry them out is important for school success. To help your child concentrate, reduce distractions when you speak. Turn off the TV. Say things like "I know it's sometimes hard to pay attention, but I need to see your eyes when I'm talking to you." Then, keep your instructions short and to the point.