2013 PSLE Discussions and Strategy
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Do you know any school that engage Adam Khoo Learning Centre to motivate the P6 children? Any positive results?
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Hi reading the above posts regarding playing computer games, how about TV? My DS2 will always ask if he can watch TV during lunch (when I am at work) so I can't really tell what time he stops. And if he watch, DS1 who is taking PSLE this year will also tend to follow. Now that I did not tune the TV to receive local channels, he will ask if he can watch a movie (that's worst).
Also how do you all break their rest time? Example, after every hour of work 15 minutes rest? But will the 15 minutes extend to 30 minutes etc?
What I currently do is after lunch, 2 hours of work then rest for 1 hour. I try to ask them to go outdoors for that hour. But is it too long a break for P6? Sometimes DS1 can't seem to be able to complete his work.
Some advices and sharing of experiences appreciated
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ScaredyMum:
I usually dont ask my DS to work after having lunch or dinner. As they get a little sleepy and unable to concentrate. Usually after lunch they will watch tv for a while, take shower or nap and then go on to finish their work from 3-7. No TV or games but only 10 mins break every hour. It works for them as DH very fierce as has super high expectation. So DS has to listen and comply. After dinner, they get to rest for about 30 mins before going back to work again at 830-930pm. Then at 930pm, they can surf their FB or whatever games or watch tv for only 30 mins. Initially it was hard to put it to work but as time pass and if you are consistent and they know that you will not give way, they had no choice but to comply. They have to go for tuition 3-4 times a week too.Hi reading the above posts regarding playing computer games, how about TV? My DS2 will always ask if he can watch TV during lunch (when I am at work) so I can't really tell what time he stops. And if he watch, DS1 who is taking PSLE this year will also tend to follow. Now that I did not tune the TV to receive local channels, he will ask if he can watch a movie (that's worst).
Also how do you all break their rest time? Example, after every hour of work 15 minutes rest? But will the 15 minutes extend to 30 minutes etc?
What I currently do is after lunch, 2 hours of work then rest for 1 hour. I try to ask them to go outdoors for that hour. But is it too long a break for P6? Sometimes DS1 can't seem to be able to complete his work.
Some advices and sharing of experiences appreciated
On weekends, I allow them 2 hours of playtime. they can choose by themselves to save it for at night or use it up first. I let them choose so that they know they choose the time themselves and whatever reasons they have, they cannot argue. I uses an alarm clock to remind them.
Thats my way. -
AdonciaTang:
Thanks for sharing :rahrah:
I usually dont ask my DS to work after having lunch or dinner. As they get a little sleepy and unable to concentrate. Usually after lunch they will watch tv for a while, take shower or nap and then go on to finish their work from 3-7. No TV or games but only 10 mins break every hour. It works for them as DH very fierce as has super high expectation. So DS has to listen and comply. After dinner, they get to rest for about 30 mins before going back to work again at 830-930pm. Then at 930pm, they can surf their FB or whatever games or watch tv for only 30 mins. Initially it was hard to put it to work but as time pass and if you are consistent and they know that you will not give way, they had no choice but to comply. They have to go for tuition 3-4 times a week too.ScaredyMum:
Hi reading the above posts regarding playing computer games, how about TV? My DS2 will always ask if he can watch TV during lunch (when I am at work) so I can't really tell what time he stops. And if he watch, DS1 who is taking PSLE this year will also tend to follow. Now that I did not tune the TV to receive local channels, he will ask if he can watch a movie (that's worst).
Also how do you all break their rest time? Example, after every hour of work 15 minutes rest? But will the 15 minutes extend to 30 minutes etc?
What I currently do is after lunch, 2 hours of work then rest for 1 hour. I try to ask them to go outdoors for that hour. But is it too long a break for P6? Sometimes DS1 can't seem to be able to complete his work.
Some advices and sharing of experiences appreciated
On weekends, I allow them 2 hours of playtime. they can choose by themselves to save it for at night or use it up first. I let them choose so that they know they choose the time themselves and whatever reasons they have, they cannot argue. I uses an alarm clock to remind them.
Thats my way.
I will talk to my DSs and see which ways they prefer
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ScaredyMum:
Thanks for sharing :rahrah:
I usually dont ask my DS to work after having lunch or dinner. As they get a little sleepy and unable to concentrate. Usually after lunch they will watch tv for a while, take shower or nap and then go on to finish their work from 3-7. No TV or games but only 10 mins break every hour. It works for them as DH very fierce as has super high expectation. So DS has to listen and comply. After dinner, they get to rest for about 30 mins before going back to work again at 830-930pm. Then at 930pm, they can surf their FB or whatever games or watch tv for only 30 mins. Initially it was hard to put it to work but as time pass and if you are consistent and they know that you will not give way, they had no choice but to comply. They have to go for tuition 3-4 times a week too.AdonciaTang:
[quote=\"ScaredyMum\"]Hi reading the above posts regarding playing computer games, how about TV? My DS2 will always ask if he can watch TV during lunch (when I am at work) so I can't really tell what time he stops. And if he watch, DS1 who is taking PSLE this year will also tend to follow. Now that I did not tune the TV to receive local channels, he will ask if he can watch a movie (that's worst).
Also how do you all break their rest time? Example, after every hour of work 15 minutes rest? But will the 15 minutes extend to 30 minutes etc?
What I currently do is after lunch, 2 hours of work then rest for 1 hour. I try to ask them to go outdoors for that hour. But is it too long a break for P6? Sometimes DS1 can't seem to be able to complete his work.
Some advices and sharing of experiences appreciated
On weekends, I allow them 2 hours of playtime. they can choose by themselves to save it for at night or use it up first. I let them choose so that they know they choose the time themselves and whatever reasons they have, they cannot argue. I uses an alarm clock to remind them.
Thats my way.
I will talk to my DSs and see which ways they prefer :)[/quote]For me and DH, the Most important thing is that they must know that they are responsible for their own actions. If they have decided to do something, make sure they finish it or follow it. If not, nobody will listen to what they say again. -
ScaredyMum:
My kid will focus on one subject from 1.5hrs to 2hrs before she decides to take a break.
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Also how do you all break their rest time? Example, after every hour of work 15 minutes rest? But will the 15 minutes extend to 30 minutes etc?
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Personally, I think a good gauge will be...\"the kid needs to stay focus till the time is up for their longest paper\".
That should be 1.5hrs to 2hrs. -
Every child will need their own way to chill out. The best option is to work out the revision and relaxation with your child as partners. He plans timetable and you change and approve.
Depending on child, if u start revision early then you can revise smaller portions at a time with frequent but short breaks. This helps to relieve the boredom of studying. I cannot imagine a P6 studying for 45 mins or longer at a time!!!
If u start revision now, then your child has more time so you should not need to push so hard to expect child to study for 1-2 hours at a time with short breaks. That is way too long for a P6 child. -
The marathon towards psle is about 8 months…not long but not short bcos it’s already mid Jan & Feb is a short month minus CNY holidays.
Build up momentum slowly…extend the quality concentration sitting at the table bit by bit.
Oh yes, train the child to write fast. -
Just relax:
I think they should be able to focus for at least 1.5 to 2 hours. 45 mins is too short.Every child will need their own way to chill out. The best option is to work out the revision and relaxation with your child as partners. He plans timetable and you change and approve.
Depending on child, if u start revision early then you can revise smaller portions at a time with frequent but short breaks. This helps to relieve the boredom of studying. I cannot imagine a P6 studying for 45 mins or longer at a time!!!
If u start revision now, then your child has more time so you should not need to push so hard to expect child to study for 1-2 hours at a time with short breaks. That is way too long for a P6 child. -
weatherbee:
I would say it depends on the child and learning style and temperament.
I think they should be able to focus for at least 1.5 to 2 hours. 45 mins is too short.Just relax:
Every child will need their own way to chill out. The best option is to work out the revision and relaxation with your child as partners. He plans timetable and you change and approve.
Depending on child, if u start revision early then you can revise smaller portions at a time with frequent but short breaks. This helps to relieve the boredom of studying. I cannot imagine a P6 studying for 45 mins or longer at a time!!!
If u start revision now, then your child has more time so you should not need to push so hard to expect child to study for 1-2 hours at a time with short breaks. That is way too long for a P6 child.
For instance my DD for regular work ( ie. daily routine) , 30-60 mins depending on the type of work. Like memorising things, learning a new maths concepts , one needs time to let things sink in. Stuff like compo of course take a longer time.
If every day work is like a practise for exam , then it can be very draining.
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