As homeschoolers, we have a lot going on in our lives. It’s easy to get wrapped up in checking off our daily to-do lists and moving on to the next book, workbook, or printable. However, one of the most important things we can do to keep our kids motivated and in the game is to remember to celebrate their victories and accomplishments, no matter how small. Celebrating even the smallest of victories can keep you and your kids motivated to move forward.
Homeschooling has its own challenges of continuing to motivate students at times. For instance, if you have a child that thrives in competition or by public recognition, he or she may find less motivation in a homeschool environment. Therefore, you have to be more creative in motivating your student. This is where celebrating victories can be helpful.
Celebrate by posting their grades, perfect papers, and completion certificates on a “Wall of Accomplishments,” take a picture of their accomplishment or victory and email it to dad and grandma, give them a special treat as a reward. You can even make your own sticker chart leading to a bigger reward. Another way that some parents reward accomplishments is a prize box.
Figure out the best way to motivate and reward your child and then celebrate them on every level, even the small victories, and you may find that you have a more motivated and enthusiastic student. Be creative in how you celebrate, and be sure to get each child’s input on how he would like to be recognized, you might find a unique way that make him feel special and rewarded. Reward the small victories and keep them motivated throughout the school year.
How do you and your family celebrate even the littlest victories?