Our mom wanted to help with the first issue of Kids Corner. We told her it was okay- this time. The following are tips from a kids workbook our mom wrote on study skills. She thought you might like them.
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Picture the directions in your mind. Form a visual picture after your teacher gives you instructions. Imagine a circle when the directions are Circle the correct answer. |
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Sit in the front of the class if possible. It is easier to pay attention. Also the teacher can see your facial expressions and may further explain a point. |
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Watch your teacher's nonverbal cues. Notice their facial expression and mood changes. |
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Watch what excites your teacher about the lesson. This is likely to be on the exam. |
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When you are listening intently, lean forward to the edge of your seat. |
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Assume the teacher will only give the instructions once. Do not anticipate that the teacher will repeat himself. |
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Review your notes before class. |
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Ask the teacher a question concerning the assignment. Think of a question. This forces the teacher to interact with you and demonstrates that you will want to learn. |
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Remember there is no such thing as a dumb question. When in doubt, ask. |
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When forming study groups do not look to friends but to others who have good work or study ethics. |
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Take a lot of notes but condense them after class into a smaller organized outline. |
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You should study everyday even if you do not have homework. |
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Put your studying time in your calendar. Treat these times like appointments that must be kept. |
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Look at your assignments and estimate how much time it will take you to complete it. |
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When learning a foreign language you can get language audio tapes from most public libraries. |
