We all want the best for our children. to hand them a future that can thrive in. As parents, we know a key factor to the life we want for our children is a quality education. today things are complicated but your child's education doesn't have to be.

Many parents are home schooling at the moment and by encouraging a love of learning, you help your child learn how to learn and find joy in doing it every single day. Encourage your child to have a love of learning and you give them the key to the world.

Make learning fun for your child to help them choose to learn. When your child is having fun they learn better and more importantly they WANT to learn. Spend time looking for ways to make learning fun, active and engaging.

Science is one of the easier subjects to start with when aiming to make their learning fun. Dive into science experiments, grab a microscope, and see things from a new light. Learn through play with younger children allowing them to touch, feel, and experiment as they explore the world and concepts around them (not to mention slime making)

Building catapults, batteries, and robots is always good for entertaining your kids but it is also a great way to get your children excited to learn something new. take advantage of interest boards for do it yourself ideas or order STEM kits off like to give your child activities to work on.

Get out and explore the world, field trips are one of the best ways to connect learning with the real world. The right field trip can bring history to life, reinforce science concepts, or capture your child's imagination. Take advantage of local historical sites, trails, and museums to help engage your child. When traveling or on vacation make a point to spend some time on a field trip with your child to make a learning event out of it.

Offer plenty of variety for your child. The more opportunities your child has to learn the more likely they are to engage in learning on their own. The more you offer your child the more opportunity they will have to find new interests. Look for a variety of things for your child when shopping. A great way to add variety and stick to a budget is to buy used books, toys, and learning aids that your child can take advantage of. See what things that your child enjoys the most and add more like it.

Use interests to your advantage. Buy books that pertain to your child's hobbies and interests. Look for activities and kits that help you teach your child that utilize your child's interests.

Allow your child to get bored. When you come to the rescue for your child every time they come to you bored you are limiting their potential to look for new and exciting ways to learn on their own. by giving your child a chance to get bored each day you open up their interest in exploring the many great things you are offering them and encouraging them to seek out knowledge on their own. 

 

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If you are a parent, there is probably no one in the world who hates the current situation more than you do. You are doing your very best to keep the kids occupied but at the same time, keep them productive. Let's be honest, getting a teenager out of bed can leave you feeling exhausted.

You might be extremely frustrated and looking for any kind of help to motivate them. Well you are the perfect place. We have put together a collection of ideas to make them productive the best way. 

Let them help when you decide their daily routine

It's true that if your child is young, you are the person who knows exactly what will work best for them. But if you really want to follow the schedule, it is recommended that you involve them when you create it

Take their suggestions on what they want to do in their free time. Make sure they are comfortable with the routine and it’s not affecting mentally. This will make it easier for you to make them follow it.

Listen and try to understand their problems

Being a close friend to your child is the best way to get them to listen. Kids get frustrated when they don’t get what they want. Even if you can’t always say yes, it is a good habit to at least listen carefully. 

Ask what it is that bothers them and try to resolve it. Ask what they love to do and incorporate it in their routine if possible. Knowing what they want often makes it simple for you to understand them better. Speak to them as much as you can. Encourage them to try again if they fail and motivate them for it.

Try to balance education and fun together

Education is definitely very much crucial for kids to grow. That doesn’t mean that all they have to do is study. Doing fun and interesting things once in a while lifts their spirits up and makes them happy.

You can play their favourite games with them or watch movies together. Keep some time in their day to have some fun and relax. Let them enjoy things sometimes because it will help them focus more when it comes to studying as well. 

Be strict when you have to but don’t be aggressive

Many days, you will see that being soft is not working and your child is still throwing an unnecessary tantrum. You need to make sure you are extra strict those days to make sure they do the work assigned to them.

Using mild punishments to make them behave well is okay sometimes. Don’t be too tough and always keep in mind they are small. Try to be tough through words and teach them that way. Get them to do stuff but don’t force when they are not in the mood. 

Don’t stress yourself and them out 

It is completely okay if you don’t always have the right answers to issues. Keep a good attitude and handle things one at a time so it doesn’t overwhelm you. At the same time, keep a constant check on kids to see what they are feeling. 

Being productive doesn’t mean ignoring mental or physical wellness. This applies to both you and your child. Take breaks when needed and work hard to do things in hand. Enjoy this time with your kids as much as possible and create a special bond with them. 

Conclusion:

In situations as tough as the current one, keeping your calm is extremely important. Kids are bound to make mistakes at some point in life. As a parent, it's your responsibility to keep them on the right track. These tips are a way to make sure you do it as best as you can. 

Learn from your own experience as you go further. Be a good mix of loving and tough to get better results.

Keep trying and be safe.  

 

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Most of the population except for the emergency service and key workers are currently staying at home. The COVID-19 outbreak is growing continuously in the entire world. Even though a large number of companies are closed, the need for money is still growing. If you are also someone who is looking for side hustle ideas, this is the most ideal post for you. 

After researching and keeping in mind a lot of different aspects, we have gathered a list of some of the best side hustle ideas. This post will help you understand these ideas and choose the one most suitable for you. Without further ado, here is a list of some fantastic side hustling ideas while stuck in quarantine. 

Create an online business

Many people prefer buying most things online now. From selling written content to selling hand-made goods, there are tons of businesses to do. 

You can choose an idea of the things you love to do or your hobbies. As long as you are ready to put in efforts, you can earn a decent amount through these businesses. 

Give lectures online

If you are interested in teaching others some of your skills, you can definitely try a hand at this. There are tons of companies that pay their employees to give lectures online. 

You have the freedom to decide what topics you want to teach. The pay depends on the number of hours you invest every day. If you think you are really good at something and want people to learn about it as well, this is an ideal path for you. 

Take surveys online for some extra cash

If you have ever googled about online cash earning sites, you might be already aware of this. Many businesses today use surveys to study their customers and improve their product quality.

These surveys are super easy to take and revolve around general questions. They can take up to 10 minutes to 1 hour to complete. Again, the amount you earn depends on the number of surveys you take each day. Payout is generally after you reach a specific amount. 

Start a blog with a topic you love

Blogging is one of the most popular ways to make money these days. You can set up a blog about almost anything as long as the content is interesting and fun to read. 

You can create a blog on websites like Wordpress or Blogger. It does take some time to build up the audience and start earning. Patience is very important for blogging. Once you get the hang of it, blogging can be a great way to earn.

Become a freelance writer

If you are not patient enough to wait a few months for your blog to get famous, this is another way to earn through writing. Content writers are always in high demand because new information is needed every day. 

Companies are ready to pay a lot for excellent content which is 100% unique and fresh. Websites like Fiverr.com, Freelancer.com, etc can be a good place to start. You can also sell your writings on social media.

Sell Graphic Design Services

If you are looking for something fun and creative to do, this might be a better option for you. It is important that you have basic knowledge of design tools like Canva or Adobe Photoshop. 

You can assist people by creating their company logos, banners, social media profile photos and many other things. Creating custom designs can enable you to earn from the comfort of your own house. 

Start your own Youtube Channel

Youtube is a big saviour for all of us these days. Youtube is another great way to use your skills to get paid. You can make a video about anything you are passionate about and get started. (Just ask my 8 year old who wants her own channel!!)

Having a good understanding of how to edit a video is definitely needed to be successful in this. You can make videos about cooking, reacting to your favourite music, talking about your life and many other things. You can do a little bit of research about what is more popular on Youtube and do those kinds of videos. There is no limit stopping you except your own creativity. 

 

These are all the ideas that are possible to implement while staying at home. Most of them don’t need much investment and some are even free to start. Take a look through this and decide what you like. You can think about how you want to start and plan it out before actually starting. 

Hope this article helps you find something you love and start earning as soon as possible. Wish you the best of luck and stay safe!

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With everyone staying at home at the moment, there seems less to talk about at the end of the day. There are less funny stories to regal from our days at school or work so when there is nothing to discuss over dinner, why not try asking some of our silly questions?

Like, if your pet could talk, what would its voice sound like?

Or

What is the weirdest food combination? You might be surprised ..... or have an alternative dinner option this week!

Feel free to right click the image below and print out to play with your children.

We would love you to share some of your answers!

 

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