Kids - Grade Improvement Guide

A kids grade can easily be improved with a little extra effort and this grade improvement guide. Grades not only affect self esteem, but they can be the facilitators to having success in adolescent and adult life. A good grade in 6th grade science can be the building block to 11th grade honors science which could lead to a recommendation letter from a science teacher which could lead to being accepted to a major university. Here are a few tips to improve those grades:

1. Talk to their teacher

Teachers hate giving kids poor grades because not only does the student suffer, but it is a poor reflection on their teaching. Most teachers will be willing to provide some individual attention to help get you child caught up to the rest of the class. Also ask about extra credit opportunities to help bring up previous poor scores. Sometimes an extra book report or a trip to a local museum can bump a grade up as much as 10%. My kids have even gotten extra credit for staying after school and cleaning the chalkboard!

2. Figure out their learning style

Is your child studying in silence? That could be a big no-no if they are an auditory learner. A kids grade can be greatly improved by first figuring how they learn material best. There are three common ways that students absorb information: visual, auditory, and kinesthetic. Visual learners often find outlines, notes, videos, and highlighting text helpful in learning material. Auditory learners might find it helpful to record a lesson/lecture and play it back during studying. Whereas kinesthetic learners absorb material by doing and experiencing things. Try using field trips, memory games, and flashcards to stimulate them.

3. Get a tutor

Tutors are widely used because after school is over because it provides a way to keep learning after school is over. Some parents attempt to tutor their child themselves, but have you ever tried to remember how to do matrix equations or add chemical formulas? What is hard for a 16 year old can sometimes be twice as hard for a 40 year old. Usually the school or your child's teacher can give some good recommendations of local tutors. They are often college students who are looking to make an extra few bucks and are more apt to remember the material than us adults. Another great resource are online tutors where your child can get help in virtually any subject.