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BY the time a child is 3 years old, 90% of brain connections are developed. The brains of very young children are twice as active as those of adults. Brain activity levels drop during adolescence. |
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REPITITION Everything learned comes from experiences. The Brain learns in small doses with the repeating of activities as connections in the brain are learned and reinforced. |
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AVOID stress, pressure, surprises or punishment when children are trying to learn. Children learn best when not pressured . Too much excitement or “pushing“ to know or learn something can cause an “alarm response” that actually short circuits learning. |
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INDIVIDUAL Each child progresses at their own rate. Don’t worry if some things seem to take “long” to learn. If you are concerned about your child, check with a child development book or your local early childhood intervention specialist. |
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NEEDS for brain growth: Right time of the day- when the child is relaxed and awake. The adult is relaxed and eager to share the experience with the child. Research sensitive times of development to teach new skills. |
