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CHILD DEVELOPMENT ARTICLES BY MARIA LOURDES A. DE VERA Time management tricks for children A parent does not have to repeat instructions over and over to remind children to get things done on time. The constant reminder can be annoying. Nobody wants to listen to a broken record that cycles itself back in a loop. It can be tiresome to hear the same thing over and over. Some children tend to lose interest or get bogged down by the nagging. Depending on how adults deliver the reminders it can also diminish the inner drive and motivation of the child by what is said. Giving instructions is different from following through given instructions. To get children to do things is to inspire participation. The magic is to find a way to take an active role. Doing things and accomplishing simple tasks at time is one way to help children understand the passage and value of time. For very young children, set a routine gradually introducing them to establish a set schedule of daily activities. Coaching and guiding children is a process of drawing out their inner sense of order. It reinforces their ability to make choices and weight outcomes. Little steps that are consistent can lead to stability. Over time, children master simple tasks and are ready to perform much more challenging roles. Teach children to plan. Taking ownership of tasks and over time management happen when our kids view themselves as fully capable and not requiring help. Taking ownership gives a sense of fulfilment. Creating their own calendars can be fun. When setting and planning a daily schedule. Identifying activities and allocating time orients a child. It can be used as a time to share bonding moments. Conversation is a two-way process. Allow the child to share her thoughts and act as a caring outsider providing guidance and support. Be there for the child, see her through the decisions and choices made. As they grow older, they show facts and then step back. Give enough space to allow them to make choices—good or bad—for themselves. Whatever the outcome, just be there to help them see through neither put them down for less desirable outcomes. Making big decisions in the future adult life goes a long way. There is a time when you can choose for a child but it is also helpful to remember that children appreciate being able to make a choice and choose their own preference. Independence is earned, learned and achieved. How to manage time is a skill that is closely related to knowing one’s task? For simple and smaller tasks, have children pick a time to work with and with guidance. Reinforce good behavior with no criticism. Remember that the measure of excellence is not based on adult standards but rather on the child’s progress. Time management means managing myself. Growing up is a journey to cherish not a burden to drag. Linkedin Twitter Instagram

CHILD DEVELOPMENT ARTICLES BY MARIA LOURDES A. DE VERA Developing the concept of time in children Time is an abstract learning for children to grasp. Introducing time to young children is done through experiencing time. The experience of time teaches the child the concept of what time is. It is significant that they first develop the concept of passing time. Time as it is abstract also needs to be introduced visually as what can be observed through nature. Children need to experience what a certain length of time feels. It orients the child about the measure of time corresponding to certain aspects of life. Experience with nature is the most basic in introducing the concept of time. Seeing the sun rise identifying morning, the setting of the sun as the prelude to nighttime and night comes with the shining moon. This is the time where the internal clock is likewise significant experience. It is the perfect time to attune the body to the child’s daily routine. The variation between rest, recreation and purposeful activity. The amount of time to sleep and wake up. Having a feel for the changing and passing of time grounds a child. Thus, establishing predictable daily routines is great in introducing the concept of time. Consistent routines help children feel secure and safe. Then one can help the child to name the activity. Naming the activity and assigning a time to it provides the notion of order and sequence. Time comes with the experience of order and sequence. It is best felt and experienced by the child. Early childhood is the best time to establish the concept of time alongside math’s in a playful, comfortable and easy way. Building a solid foundation in early math’s using hands-on learning and real-life experiences is a great way to learn numbers and time. Young children are still developing the attitude towards time and concept of time, activities need to be planned according to a child’s age and understanding. Activities need to be simple, fun and interactive. Here are some tips to consider when creating a daily routine with children 1. Aspects of time refer to time in hours or time of the day, weeks, months, seasons, years and periods. Time covers everything. Learning about morning, noon, afternoon and evening can be a great start. Identifying winter, spring, summer or fall. One does not have to force a child to memorize all these concepts. Repetition and reciting the days of the week with the child helps them recall order and sequence. Talk about time such as introducing the vocabulary connected with time. Using these words frequently also supports the child’s growing vocabulary: Today is Monday  Yesterday was Tuesday Tomorrow will be your birthday Summer is coming soon Winter is just round the corner Words like last year, this year or next year 2. The order of activities includes sleeping and waking, rest and recreation. It refers to the child’s daily activities from morning till night time. Brushing, bathing, changing clothes, nature walks, mealtime and playtime. 3. Marketing, Cooking and mealtimes. It teaches the child the activities of daily living. It gives a feeling for the passing of time. Such as how long does it take to go to the Grocery and back. Concept of time such as quick, fast and long time. These statements give a child a descriptive approximation of time. Using terms as minute and seconds also provides an experience of the passing time. Telling them: We will eat in a while, or mealtime in 30 minutes We will cook porridge in 20 minutes Water boils in 4 minutes Let’s steam vegetables for 15 minutes It orients the child to both the action, activity and the concept of passing time.  Developing a healthy attitude towards time is important from childhood. A good habit of structuring daily activities, managing time and ordering the activities is a skill learned and practiced. The concept of time lays the foundation of management. Ordering and sequencing things as much as getting it right and doing things in a smart way not the hard way. Getting things done even when time is tight and pressures are high is a skill developed and with the right attitude. A child who understands the value of time is better at managing, coordinating, organizing and planning how to divide time between activities. Linkedin Twitter Instagram