This “can-do” attitude is strongly related to success in school.
Here are some things you can do to help your child learn
effective problem-solving skills: - Help your child realize that
it’s up to her to solve problems. Don’t jump in to solve a
problem for your child if she quits. Don’t say things like,
“Here, let me do this for you. It’s really too hard for someone
your age.” - Suggest different ways your child might solve a
problem. For instance, if your child is having trouble putting a
puzzle together by starting with the middle pieces, say, “What
if you started with the corners?” - Boost your child’s
confidence that he is a good problem solver. When he shows you a
completed project—even if it’s a mud pie—praise how hard he
worked. - Help your child know how good it feels to find a
solution after “messing up” several times. When your child
“messes up,” encourage him to keep trying. Say, “good mistakes”
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