Science cannot be just defined as a mere subject but also a part of our daily life. You can relate to a different branch of science with the regular phenomenon that occurs around us. The subject needs logic and understanding; it is no use memorizing it line by line. So, occasionally when a young learner fails to find an answer to a scientific problem, he or she may feel bored or disappointed. It is important to think of more creative and fun ways to teach your child. Many schools in Kolkata stress on practicals, projects and experiments rather than theory to keep the session fun and interesting.
Here are some ways in which you can get your child to make science fun for children.
Reading Interesting Books
There are great books available for kids with different graphics and interesting visuals. Solving a science problem is like solving a puzzle; you have to find the right clue to conclude an answer. Reading interesting content helps kids gain interest in the subject. The worksheet available after every chapter in the book tests the child’s skills and understanding of the chapter. These books provide interesting facts that piqued the child’s curiosity encouraging them to dig deeper into the subject. Also, science in CBSE schools greatly emphasizes providing books with an easy and story-like narrative for the student. So, that the child can easily understand the topic and never lose interest.
Being Outdoor
Being around nature can teach your kid a lot about science. In a natural setup, your child can learn by observing. You can make your kid plant seeds and observe them growing to a plant gradually. Building a wormery is also a fun way to learn. Or you can catch various insects like butterflies, beetles and observe them in a glass jar. However, make sure to put the insects back to their habitat after the experiments.
You can also refer to the internet and find the name of the different plants out there. Find what kind of climate or type of soil they need to grow up. Your kid can also maintain a book by putting the picture and information of various plants they have spotted. This way they can learn about botany from their findings making it much more fun and interesting.
Joining a Science Club
In Kolkata co-ed schools the classes are more focused on theory-based knowledge during the initial learning stages. There is little scope of practical classes and students are restricted to theory-based knowledge. In a science club, there will be guides who come from a science background and can teach your kid about the subject. Also, a science club organizes practical experiments debates, and many other activities relating to science. The activities are strictly relatable to science practicals and experiments, making the whole program more exciting for the kid. Here they can put their thoughts to action and are free to come up with new ideas and share them with their peers.
Let Them Question
A child should always be encouraged to ask questions, however silly they might be, you should always motivate your kid to ask. Nothing is better than self-learning. So, rather than telling your child what to do or what to learn, it is better to let them find it for themselves. A child is a curious being they can observe and investigate their surroundings and ask a question based on that. Being a parent or teacher, you must encourage those questions and if you are not aware of the answer you can always find it together.
It is important to make sure your kids don’t feel burdened or pressured during their learning process. You can always motivate them to learn more through positive reinforcement but it is important to maintain a balance.
