Partnership with your child is an effective way of developing his / her education and general outlook about life. Research show that getting involved with your child's education contribute towards his / her performance in school. Parents do help the pre-schoolers and the primary school children with their homework and understanding of the subjects which leads to confidence and good interaction with others bringing positive results in the child's school life. A parent's involvement is of utmost importance when it comes to giving a cultural back ground, especially if the child is growing up in a society whose culture and norms are different to that of the parents. Most parents are able to help with school work and they do with much enthusiasm. But when it is a subject like music, not many are able to help a child at home, just like they would with their regular homework.
There are many ways that a parent can overcome this problem:
Firstly, I feel that joining a parent- child group class for music is a productive way; it helps the parent and the child to be comfortable with others, through the interactions and activities. You can clear your doubts and also learn what goes into learning music. It builds up the child's confidence and social skills which are vital to a happy life, in general, not to mention the academic success, later on. You would be able to help the child at home, with what he / she learned in the class, thereby boosting the confidence and enthusiasm of the child before his / her next lesson. This is most important especially with music learning, as the lessons are usually once a week and lasts mostly for a half hour. Add holidays and a few sick days to it, and all the music is forgotten and enthusiasm is lost! It only makes the child drop out in frustration; some develop a 'hatred' towards learning music!
Secondly, there are many books which are simple and straightforward; these are especially good for parents who do not have a music knowledge. This sort of a book is very useful for a parent who cannot find the time to join a group class or has missed it due to sickness or being on holiday. It is always wonderful and rewarding to tuck away in your favourite corner with your child and a book, explaining the subject. Some children might just like to sit with mum or dad at home and get help from them, with the aid of a book. We must remember that one size does not fit all!
Here is a good example of such a book.
Help Me Learn Music
click the link below
and for the ebook
click the link below
You will not be disappointed.
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