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1. See that your child gets plenty of rest.
2. Give your child a wholesome, unhurried break fast.
3. Have your child dress in appropriate clothing.
4. Send or buy a well balanced lunch.
   
5. Praise your child's accomplishments.
6. Compare your child only with him/her self.
7. Study the wonders of nature together.
8. Take walks and trips to points of interest.
   
9. Make your child feel secure. Let your child know you love him/her no matter what he/she does. Let your child know it is the behavior you dislike when it occurs.
   
10. Make certain that your child knows what he! she is to do if he/she becomes ill or if an emergency arises and no one is at home.
    
11. Plan your child's day so that he/she has time for relaxation.
    
12. Plan for a definite time to study each day.
    
13. Demonstrate a genuine interest in your child's school and school activities. NEVER criticize the school or school personnel in your child's presence.
    

1. To succeed in reading, there is need for team work on the part of the teacher, parent, and child.
2. Be calm, relaxed and understanding even if your child isn't measuring up to standards you and the school have set for him/her.
3. Make sure a physical aspect is not responsible for impeding progress such as eyesight and hearing.
4. Read to and with your children. Talk about favorite characters, events, etc. These are comprehension skills.
5. Be a good listener. Hear your child read often and build up his/her confidence.
6. Encourage use of public libraries and provide an ample supply of books and magazines appropriate to your child's reading level.
7. Make sure reading is fun at home.
8. Balance your own as well as your child's literary diet. Read often yourself.
9. Cooperate with your child's teacher when specific suggestions are offered to help stimulate, improve work attack skills, increase comprehension, broaden vocabulary, increase speed, etc.
10. Interest and attitude are of prime importance in reading proficiency. Sometimes television can be used as a means of broadening your child's interests – IF SELECTIVE