Focusing & Learning
The Oxford dictionary defines Focus as :
'to Concentrate or be concentrated on'
As your child or children head back to school this year to take on a whole new area of learning, it is indeed necessary that they know how to Focus or increase their Focusing ability.
Proper focusing will help them better understand what the teacher is teaching. It will create connections in their thoughts to previous leaning, allowing them to better understand and be more successful in school.How Focused is your son or daughter?
How can you help them increase their Focus?
Simply telling them to focus may work or not.
Environment and Focus…The Little Things in Life
When my children were young we would take time to focus on small things in their environment. We would lie down on the grass in the garden or park and focus on one blade of grass. We would touch the grass to get its feel; we would smell the grass; we would look at the different size & shapes of grass; the different shades of green. We were taking time out in nature but more importantly we were practicing Focusing. In winter time this focusing activity turned to snowflakes and ice crystals.
If you live in a place where you can see the stars try a 'Count the Stars' game and 'Find the Constellations.Try to have them focus on what eles they may see in the night sky. Have them compare it to the day sky.
Board Games
I was chatting with a friend earlier today and she agreed that this is one of the best ways to get your children/grandchildren to Focus. Thanks Mary!
You may have a favorite board game that you used as a child, pick a classic and it will work. Make it a family activity. We can all use some Focus time.
Have a great Focused day.
Phyllis
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