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I think your mistake is in only issuing some type of punishment. In addition, or in place of, taking something away, something should have been added that is a natural consequence of his failure. In this case daily reading and/or writing should have been required.
Given the obesity crisis in our country, I would be hesitant to take away a physical activity like football. I firmly think that sports teach kids good lessons in areas beyond the physical sport. I think sports teach kids discipline, team work, and how effort can pay off, etc.
So what is he doing this summer to fix the problem?
One additional thought: many public libraries have summer reading programs for kids. You might check into what your nearest library offers and get him enrolled.
The solution for a kid who goofs off at school is to supervise schoolwork on a daily basis, and communicate with teachers on at first a daily basis. Take away things that distract from schoolwork, like all screen time. No video games, computer, tv, gameboy. Keep him in sports. Make an appt with pediatrician for add screening. Ask school district to test him for learning disability and add. If he is really behind, summer school.
It takes a lot of work to find out why a child is failing, and to help them get in the habit of doing their work every day, until they have a sense of pride and accomplishment, and do it independently. Remove distractions, supervise and encourage, and reward him on a daily basis for doing his work. Dont watch him fail, and then punish him.
The solution for a kid who goofs off at school is to supervise schoolwork on a daily basis, and communicate with teachers on at first a daily basis. Take away things that distract from schoolwork, like all screen time. No video games, computer, tv, gameboy. Keep him in sports. Make an appt with pediatrician for add screening. Ask school district to test him for learning disability and add. If he is really behind, summer school.
It takes a lot of work to find out why a child is failing, and to help them get in the habit of doing their work every day, until they have a sense of pride and accomplishment, and do it independently. Remove distractions, supervise and encourage, and reward him on a daily basis for doing his work. Dont watch him fail, and then punish him.
Another excellent post filled with great suggestions.
You know folks...the poster has never even returned to look at the replies....another one hit wonder.
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