Many of us buy newspapers at home. After reading, we may toss it at the end of the day.
Do not toss it any more. You can put that newspaper to a fantastic use.
I ask my students to keep a Maths Journal. In the journal, I ask them to paste cuttings from newspaper (any language) that has an application of Mathematical concepts that they have learnt and write few sentences on how Maths is applied in that news clip. Also they can reflect how it could have been done better.
After few weeks, my students find Maths more interesting and substantial improvement in their vocabulary. The best part is the child will learn to read (which is lacking in many youngsters), able to think, comprehend and write. This will help them academically as well as socially.
Unleash your creativity and engage the children with this fruitful activity. Not just limited to Maths, you can apply this idea to any subject: English, Science, Social Studies, Art, Sports….
Spare a few minutes on every weekend and ask them to present the journal to you. Ask questions, let them explain, share your thoughts and encourage them.
Your time and appreciation will groom your child to be a learnt person
