For all parents, education is an urgent issue that cannot be ignored. Being too permissive or too strict is not a wise choice, as both can leave adverse hidden dangers to varying degrees for a child's growth. So, how should parents grasp the appropriate measure and opportunity in educating their children?
In fact, every new school year is a good opportunity to shape a learning attitude and personality. A new beginning brings vitality; children’s hearts are eager for a brand-new start. Everyone is ready to make a fresh change in the new year. As parents, you should seize this opportunity and not waste your child's proactive confidence in learning.
However, this is not the time for parents to enroll their children in endless classes or force them to study excessively. Instead, take the time to sit down and have a profound conversation with your child — an adult-to-adult conversation. Do not treat them as children but as independent individuals. Learn to listen to their inner voices, understand their thought processes, and clearly identify their likes and dislikes. Let them believe that you will strive hard to become the kind of parent they like and will listen to and respect their ideas to the fullest extent.
After understanding what’s on your child’s mind, don’t rush into making decisions. If your child says, "I’m interested in music," don't immediately buy books, instruments, or sign them up for training classes. Similarly, if they mention that their English foundation is weak, don’t panic and hastily enroll them in classes without thinking it through. Such actions are overly impulsive. Parents can spend weekends taking their children to participate in related activities, visit learning centers for consultations and tours, and thoroughly understand the time commitment, practice intensity, and potential problems involved in the learning process.
At this point, it is crucial to involve the child in the decision-making process. After fully understanding the situation, return home and have another detailed discussion with your child. Since the child has been involved throughout and understands the circumstances, they likely already have some thoughts in mind. After the child expresses their opinions — regardless of whether they align with your expectations or not — remain calm. Clearly and comprehensively explain the pros and cons of the entire matter to the child, then make the final decision after communicating.
When reporters interviewed experienced teachers from Hills International English, the teachers pointed out: Children who voluntarily want to enroll in courses tend to perform better during the learning process compared to those who are forced. They also participate more actively in learning, proving the saying that interest is the best teacher.
Hills International English has introduced authentic American English to China for many years. It not only brings the most innovative textbooks but also introduces new teaching concepts. From the source, Hills breaks through the difficulties and memorization challenges of English learning. Hills adopts a completely independent teaching system and has cultivated countless outstanding graduates over the years.
To break geographical restrictions on learning, Hills has also started franchising schools nationwide. The authoritative textbooks *BOUNCE* and *BEST FRIENDS* have been snapped up by parents. This clearly shows the importance of interest and respect for students. Hopefully, parents can break away from old stereotypes at the start of the new semester, become friends with their children, and give them the correct advice and guidance.