Should kids do holiday homework this winter break?
While the holidays are meant for fun and relaxation, are there benefits to getting kids to do some schoolwork during their break?
The winter school holidays are officially upon us, and while many kids have already hit holiday mode, there are a few things to consider.
For the matriculants, however, this isn't much of a holiday. This time of year is filled with winter school, revising old papers and working on your problem areas, in preparation for the most important exams of their school career.
But this winter break is a welcome attraction for the rest of the grades after the tiring first half of the year. Most learners look forward to sleeping in, enjoying unlimited screen time, and spending time with friends and family, with some even being able to play tourist at picturesque destinations.
But the question behind all the winter break activities and fun is the shadowy image of schoolwork. Many parents don't actively enforce winter break schoolwork, but should this be prioritised?
Some teachers enforce holiday schoolwork to keep the curriculum fresh in the learner's mind.
However, as we embark on the winter break, a key question to address is how often parents ensure that their kids prioritise schoolwork during the holidays. While it may not be something the kids (or parents) are excited about, it has many benefits.
Check out some of the benefits below:
- Holiday schoolwork helps keep the kids' minds active. By engaging in schoolwork, they can keep lessons fresh in their minds when it's time to return to school.
- Approaching schoolwork from a fun place can make a difference in how kids view learning. Instead of following the same learning pattern. Reinvent the concept of learning by dissing the conventional methods and approach from a lifestyle perspective. For example, writing a letter to a friend or pen pal to practise your language and comprehension or reading a recipe for a cake will help them with math.
- Work on finding balance. Encourage kids to do something that help their community, teaching them about charity and kindness. This might not be part of their school curriculum, but it teaches them about life and builds a strong foundation.
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