With the holidays coming up and snow beginning to fall, it’s usually time for students to relax and take a break from learning. While it’s important for students to take a break from their studies, it’s just as important to ensure that they’re prepared for their eventual return to school. In this article, we’ll go over some tips and tricks to maintain learning habits throughout the holidays while still allowing your child to relax. See the top 3 ways to continue learning on snow days also.
There’s always something coming up after the holidays—whether it be new units, project deadlines, or exams! The break can be a time to reflect on anything your child might need to improve. At the beginning of the holiday break, communicate with your child on what is coming up after the break to ensure they’re prepared, and check in with them on how they feel about their progress so far. If they are progressing poorly in math and have an important test coming up, it may be beneficial to create a study schedule and find a tutor to help. Whatever needs to be done, spend time at the beginning of the break to determine next steps and use the time effectively.
Setting goals during this down-time that align with your child's needs is a great way to take advantage of the holiday break. Whether they need help with reviewing the material or building on current knowledge, determining clear objectives with your child will provide them with direction and motivation. Just remember that the holidays are a time to relax as well, so be realistic! Studying for hours daily during the holidays isn’t ideal for most students, so try to keep it engaging and relaxing.
While the weather outside is frightful, digital resources can be a delightful way for students to continue learning throughout the break. With younger students, you can use educational apps and games to make learning fun. Online tutoring is another great way for students to continue to learn throughout the holidays! As well, there are many online resources for students to learn from and use to practice. The flexibility of digital learning allows your child to absorb information at their own pace and makes it a perfect fit for indoor activities.
The holidays are a time to create new family memories. It is also a great way to show your child new learning experiences! By blending learning with tradition, your child can have fun and learn. For example, bake some sweet treats with your child and teach them about measurements or how the heat interacts with cookie dough. There are countless ways to infuse learning with the activities you already love to make the learning process enjoyable and memorable.
As students take a well-earned break from their studies, the holidays can also be a great time to continue healthy learning habits. By reflecting on their progress, setting realistic goals, using digital tools and blending learning with traditions, you can continue your child’s learning while still allowing them to take a break. May the holidays be a source of joy, relaxation and continued growth for students and families alike!
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