 |
Teach your Kids to be Good Listeners
Author: Rita Offen  | Posted: 02-10-2007 | Comments: 0 | Views: 38 | Rating: (58)  (?) 
 Listening is a valuable skill. The latest studies reveal that listening is a very large part of school learning and is one of our primary means of interacting with other people on a personal basis. It is estimated that between 50 and 75 percent of students’ classroom time is spent listening to the teacher, or other students, or to audio media.
Parents set a powerful example of good or poor communication. Parents who listen to their children with interest, intention and patience set a good example. The child who is able to listen picks things up and learns quicker than others. In class the child who does not listen gets things wrong, makes silly mistakes, and often falls behind.
So, how can we as parents help our children to become good listeners? Here are a few pointers.
. Cut out the ‘noise’ in your home. By ‘noise’ I mean all the distractions that may be, and often are, present in many homes – TV, computers, music. Such noise only serves to hinder good communication.
. Teach your child to maintain eye contact when talking or listening to you.
. Before speaking to him, make sure you make eye contact, and that he is calm and focussed upon you.
. Keep your communication clear, not garbled, so you can be easily understood. A parent who gives out mixed, often conflicting messages, causes confusion which may prompt the child to ‘switch off’ because it takes too much effort to try to understand.
. When you tell your child to do something, ask him to repeat your instructions.
. Regularly read out loud to your child and then talk with him in a conversation about what you have read.
Remember, communication is the most significant part of human interaction, and
people who are good listeners are able to discern and take in everything around them.
People who are good listeners are often good at building rapport with others, a
valuable skill for success, both in relationships and in careers. It’s amazing how
many people do not really listen when we are speaking to them, but it’s clear to us
when somebody is making the effort to listen – and these people stand out from the
rest. So let’s give our children a head-start, and help them to develop a valuable skill.
Rate this Article:
Current: 0 / 5 stars - 0 vote(s).
Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/parenting-articles/teach-your-kids-to-be-good-listeners-224856.html
About the Author:A parent herself, Rita Offen is author of 'The Chilled Parent' (Effective Parenting, Peacefully and Powerfully) - the perfect antidote to all parenting advice, a return to real, imperfect, and guilt-free parenting.
http://www.chilledparent.com/Ebook.htm
|
Submitting articles has become one of the most popular means of generating quality backlinks and targeted traffic to your website. Join us today - It's Free! |
|
Related Articles
Mistakes - the Way to Learn
By: Rita Offen | 02/10/2007 | Parenting
We all make mistakes. We have to, because they show us what we need to improve and what not to do! They are our best teachers, and they’re the best way to learn. If our kids are learning, growing, and trying new things, they will make mistakes. It's how we teach them to view those mistakes that has a powerful impact on their learning and development.
Myths and Realities of Childhood Education
By: Dr. PM Anavaratham | 09/08/2008 | Childhood Education
Some times I wonder why we send our children to school-is it for learning,or evolving or becoming good citizens/to become good human beings.
My humble request to parents and teachers is to accept the basic feeling that no child is perfect and so accept each child with their strengths and improvement areas, work on their improvement areas without cursing or comparing.
Is it a myth that children go to school for learning? Unless we accept these children as they are - - it would still be a myth.
What Is The Successful Mindset
By: Paul Hata | 19/08/2008 | Motivational
Have you ever wondered how two people can attempt the same objective in the same way and only one of them succeed? Is it sheer luck? Timing? Tenacity? More often than not, it's a person's mind-set that determines whether they fail or succeed.
Parent's Involvement in Children's Education
By: Alex Martin | 18/03/2007 | Education
The importance of parental involvement as an accelerating and motivating factor in their children’s education is a worldwide-accepted fact. This research project provides an in depth explanation along with specific reasons, the importance of parents’ involvement in their children’s education
A To Z Guide To Self Improvement and Motivation
By: Paul Hata | 19/08/2008 | Motivational
It may be a bitter experience, a friend's tragic story, a great movie, or an inspiring book that will help us get up and get just the right amount of motivation we need in order to improve ourselves. With the countless negativities the world brings about, how do we keep motivated? Try on the tips I prepared from A to Z :
Are Healthy Organic School Dinners on the Increase?
By: Davinos Greeno | 21/12/2006 | Women's Issues
School dinners have gone from a national joke to top of the political agenda, all because this year celebrity chef Jamie Olivers TV programme caused uproar over the quality of school dinners, the programme followed the chef and father of two small children as he tried to change menus for pupils in Greenwich, south-east London.
7 Creative Ways To Problem Solving
By: Paul Hata | 19/08/2008 | Motivational
Did it feel like you had exhausted all possible options and yet are still before the mountain - large, unconquerable, and impregnable? When encountering such enormous problems, you may feel like you're hammering against a steel mountain. The pressure of having to solve such a problem may be overwhelming.
The Great Art Pitch: Educate the Parents on the Benefits of Art
By: RivkyShimon | 23/12/2006 | Business
Schools are struggling and art is the answer. If you are interested in starting your own art workshop center, that’s the pitch you would want to give to the parents. As they become increasingly helpless to find the resources their kids need, your answer to their problems is the balm that soothes all ailments.
Got a Question? Ask.
Ask the community a question about this article:
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I mark & in XML
By: rocooper | 26-11-2007
how do I mark & in XML
How to configure a PC to be an access point?
By: Informatica | 25-11-2007
My wired/wireless router (LinkSys WRT54GS) WiFi signal covers only part of the house. I have another PC on the other side of the house with 2 LAN cards installed, a wired card connected to the wired network and a WiFi card. I would like to use this PC as an access point, so that it uses this double connection to extend the signal strength on that remote part of my house (router <-> wired card <-> WiFi card <-> wireless laptop). What is the right way to configure the PC to do that?
How successful are bone marrow transplants?
By: DrJames | 24-11-2007
how successful are bone marrow transplants?
What was you favorite role in a movie?
By: maracruz | 24-11-2007
Just wanted to know... what was you favorite role in a movie?
Console PDF converter
By: andrianwright | 22-11-2007
I need to extract text from more than 1000 of PDF files. I think there is need for some kind of console PDF to Text converter. Could you advice me any?
Why when i click on photos in my email attachments ...
By: loualker5 | 22-11-2007
Why when I click on photos in my email attachments they go so large. Have tried everything to reduce size but nothing is working. It is a recent problem not happened before. Louise
Q&A Powered by: 
Latest Parenting Articles
“race You!” Constantly Competing Kids
By: Michael Grose | 20/08/2008
Some kids turn every activity into a competition, especially when their siblings are involved. At times, even getting into the car becomes a race for the front seat! The following article looks at where your kids’ competitiveness can come from and what you can do about it.
Baby Bedding - How to Choose a Theme
By: Molly Ridenhour | 19/08/2008
One of the fun aspects about having a new baby joining your family is that of picking out baby bedding for the new arrival. Today's fabrics and designs offer a wide range of options to choose from. The selection of a theme is largely a matter of personal preference, but...
Hypoallergenic Baby Bedding - Benefits
By: Molly Ridenhour | 19/08/2008
A baby spends a large portion of its first few months of life sleeping. It's important that the fabrics that surround the baby during his or her sleep cycle be as free from allergens and other irritants as possible. Many parents make the deliberate choice to use hypoallergenic baby bedding...
Baby Bedding - Why Buy Organic?
By: Molly Ridenhour | 19/08/2008
A great deal of scrutiny and consideration is expended when you are getting ready for a new arrival in your family. Without a doubt, you are looking for the very best materials and construction available so that your child has nothing but the best. Baby beddingis just one of the...
Satin Baby Bedding - Luxury and Practicality
By: Molly Ridenhour | 19/08/2008
Satin baby bedding is a product that is an excellent choice for both a glamorous, luxurious look, but better than average practicality whether you are looking at ease of maintenance, durability or other aspects of the product. Try satin baby bedding when you are considering options for your new baby's...
Tips For Getting the Best Deal on Baby Bedding
By: Molly Ridenhour | 19/08/2008
If you are just now beginning the process of purchasing things for a planned new baby, you may be surprised at how expensive things like baby bedding can be. There is no question that every parent wants the best for the new baby, but with prices increasing everywhere, finding baby...
Baby Slings - A Look at the Pouch Sling
By: Molly Ridenhour | 19/08/2008
Unlike a ring sling, where the baby sling is created using fabric and rings, a pouch sling is a single piece of cloth sewn into a tubular shape creating a pouch. There are no extra pieces of hardware such as rings, although some pouches some with adjustable options and include...
Baby Slings - A Look at Ring Slings
By: Molly Ridenhour | 19/08/2008
Baby Slings are becoming more and more in fashion these days. One type of sling is called the "Ring Sling." These are baby slings that work through the use of dynamic tension, cloth and rings. Basically, a piece of cloth is sewn into two rings. The remainder of the cloth...
More from Rita Offen
From Homework Hell to Homework Heaven
By: Rita Offen | 09/04/2008 | Parenting
We’ve all been there ….. half an hour later he’s still sitting at the table, having done nothing but, well, probably day-dreaming, or, after one look at the task set, flies into a “I can’t do this” rage. The homework scenario seems to follow a regular pattern, which can be time-consuming, frustrating and tiring for all concerned. so how can we break out of the old habitual homework scenario and break into a new empowering and positive experience?
The Power of One-to-one Time With Your Teen
By: Rita Offen | 28/02/2008 | Teenagers
Teenagers need their parents to reach out for a genuine connection. Their parents are still significant and fundamental to their lives, and they still need a loving and supportive source in their lives, especially with the changes they are going through. However, when our child turns into a teenager it often seems that we lose a connection with them, a connection we had built up over their younger, formative years. But all is not lost. There are ways to reconnect with our teen
Developing your Child's Appreciation of the Natural World
By: Rita Offen | 24/02/2008 | Parenting
Encouraging an appreciation of the natural world and its beauty is a wonderful gift we can give our children, not just for today but for the future. An appreciation of nature is a gentle de-stresser which your children, when adults, can enjoy and benefit from. Such an appreciation gives them a well-balanced and pleasurable view of the world about them.
Your Teen Just Wants your Time
By: Rita Offen | 24/02/2008 | Teenagers
When our child turns into a teenager it often seems that we lose a connection with them, a connection we had built up over their younger, formative years. There are ways, however, that parents can rebuild that connection for a closer relationship with their teen.
How to Help your Child Do Well at School
By: Rita Offen | 24/02/2008 | Childhood Education
If your child is doing well at school your job is easy. However, if not, it can be difficult when you feel, because you are not in the school with him, you have little control or motivational input in his education. Often the picture you only get to see is that of his homework tasks, and news of any misdemeanour. It is hard knowing what is really going on, and how you can do your absolute best to help him get the most he can out of the long time he has at school.
Seven Ways to Deal With Turbulent Teens
By: Rita Offen | 13/02/2008 | Teenagers
The seemingly sudden onset of teenage behaviour is something that can come as shock and confusion to parents. The key point to know is that it is only a phase and that it will pass. Your key role as a parent is to maintain that strong, trusting and supportive relationship throughout, to enable your teen to deal with the changes in his life, and prepare himself for a happy and fulfilling adult life.
Five Steps to Raising Confident Kids
By: Rita Offen | 31/01/2008 | Parenting
Personal power is the self-belief and confidence to know that you are capable of anything you set your mind to. It means you feel good about yourself, and that you do not rely upon others’ opinions to feel good about yourself. Such a strength is something we all want our children to have, and there are ways that parents can teach their children and empower them to have the confidence to try new things and focus on their abilities rather than their failures.
Empowering Kids to Reach Their Dreams
By: Rita Offen | 31/01/2008 | Parenting
Children will always have their strengths and weaknesses, be particularly gifted in certain things, and confusingly clumsy and slow in others. Rather than worrying about what your child is achieving or not achieving, focussing on your interaction and relationship with your child will make all the difference to his future. Whatever his talents, you can help your child feel loved and therefore empowered in whatever he desires to do.
|
|
Home and Family 
