Children want everything in their life to be fun. They wanna laugh, dance, sing and do everything that comes in their mind. Why shouldn't they? Aren't they allowed to be naive? Yes they are. But, academics are just as important.
They may not always realize it. But, as a parent, you know what's best for your kid. You understand that they'll grow up sooner than they realize. And as an adult, they will be expected to be knowledgeable and wise. They will be expected to have a strong grasp of language, science and mathematics. Is there anything that you can do to make learning a fun experience for your kid?
BOARD GAMES!
Does your kid love board games?
If you are looking for a fun activity, I suggest playing KS2 Physical Processes: Space Race Game with them.
This game has amazing artwork that your kid will love.
Children have vivid imagination - they either want to have super powers, save the world or be in space. This game will appeal to all these fantasies.
In this game, your kid will get a chance to travel in space and to save a stranded astronaut.
How?
By solving physics questions.
Each time they give a right answer, they will get to climb up the Rocket booster and one step closer to the stranded astronaut.
If they don't know an answer to a question, he/she will fall down the comet and will have to try again to save the astronaut.
To make it easier for you to understand, this game is a space version of the classic snakes and ladders. You will also get flash cards to ask your kids the questions that will change the destiny of the astronaut they are trying to save.
It is an excellent tool to reinforce classroom learning and help your kid with revision.
Teachers will also find this game extremely helpful as it will help them get their student's attention. You can also use it to engage your students and make class tests much more exciting. Trust me, using this board game for class texts will make the preparation much more exciting to them. Again, kids love fun more than anything else.
Adding an element of fun in your lessons will encourage them to participate whole-heartedly.
It's also an excellent tool to inculcate moral values in your kids. While they may not need to save an astronaut in life, they will definitely benefit from having a sense of purpose when they are adults. This game will implant the idea of always helping the needy in their minds.
Children are much more impressionable than you and I. And it's not a bad thing! It means that you get to make adulthood so much easier for them if you play your cards right.
This game is also a must-have for the parents who homeschool their kids.
If you're a working parent, spending 10 minutes everyday to play this game will significantly improve the bond you share with your kid.
Do give it a try and don't forget to share your stories with me!