Let’s face it, teaching kids is no easy task. One minute they are listening to you and the next minute their mind is wandering off to Neverland, thanks to their short attention span. Experts say that a child’s attention span is 2 to 3 minutes per year of their age. This means a 7-year-old’s attention span will be between 14 and 21 minutes. Kids are back to school after the summer break and a lot of in- and outside-classroom learning will be going on. It is important to make learning fun so that they don’t tune off completely while at it. Here are six things you can do to make learning fun for kids:
Hands-On Experiments
Encourage your kids to explore science through simple, safe experiments. Whether it’s creating a volcano with baking soda and vinegar or growing plants from seeds, hands-on activities can make learning science exciting.
Technology Integration
Use educational apps like uLesson, educational YouTube channels, and interactive websites to supplement learning. There are a lot of apps and websites that offer gamified learning experiences for kids. As a UBA customer take advantage of the ongoing Back to School campaign and get a 10% discount when you enrol your kid(s)for classes on uLesson using your UBA card. As a parent, there is something for you too. Head over to the Back to School page and see what’s in store for you. If you don’t have an account yet, just simply download the UBA Mobile App and open an account in a breeze.
Educational Games
Use educational board games, card games, or apps designed to teach maths, language, or history while playing. Games like “Math Bingo,” “Scrabble,” or “Monopoly” with a math twist can be both entertaining and educational.
Storytime and Reading
Regularly read to your kids and let them choose books they’re interested in. Establishing a reading routine can foster a lifelong love for reading and learning. When I was a kid, my mum used to tell me bible stories every evening after doing my homework. This made me look forward to reading with her.
Art and Craft Projects
Incorporate arts and crafts activities into learning. For example, have them recreate any historical event they know through painting, build a model of a solar system, or craft geometric shapes using coloured paper.
Outdoor Exploration
Take learning outdoors. Explore nature, go on nature hikes, and teach your kids about plants, animals, and the environment. Collect leaves, rocks, or insects (If you are not terrified of them) for hands-on lessons.
Learning, for kids, is not a one-size-fits-all. What excites this kid may not be what excites the other so, the goal is to know what piques their interest.
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