My child forgets what they've learned
Knew the lesson in the evening but remembered nothing in class next morning? It's rarely laziness and more often the way of studying: recalling, spaced practice and enough sleep make learning stick.
What you may notice
- They know the lesson at home but can't recall it in class or in a test.
- A rule they knew well last week seems brand new to them today.
- They reread a text several times and say 'I know it', but can't retell it without the book.
- Halfway through a maths problem they forget what it was asking.
- They say 'My memory is bad' and give up quickly.
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Possible reasons, step-by-step actions, what to avoid, how to use your child's strengths, and when to see a specialist.