Working memory is the key to success in learning; hence, some of the children have poor memory skills. A study reveals that preschoolers, who have a lower score on a memory task are, at risk of dropping out in high school at the age of 12.
According to Science Daily, the study involved the responses of 1,824 children with age 2 ½ to 3 ½ years old. The results of the study, which include the results and school-related attitudes, reveal that preschool children who have good memory skills perform better in their high school years and would likely stay and finish their schooling.
"Our results suggest that early individual differences in working memory may contribute to developmental risk for high school dropout as calculated from student engagement in school, grade point average and whether or not, they previously repeated a year in school," Caroline Fitzpatrick, a researcher at Concordia's PERFORM Center and the first author of the study that is published in Intelligence, said.
"Parents can help their children develop strong working memory skills at home, and this can have a positive impact on school performance later in life," Fitzpatrick concluded.
Parents.com shared the following ways on how to strengthen the memory skills of your children:
1. Play the Memory-Boosting Games
To practice the memory of your children, let them engage in playing memory-boosting games such as Simon Says, Memory and Concentration. These can all aid in boosting their brainpower.
2. Let Them Play
A family therapist said that when the body is moving, it produces a biochemical cocktail that makes the brain learn and enhance the memory. To make your children move their bodies, let them play physical games, run and climb trees often.
3. Ask Questions
Research shows that discussing some events that include asking questions what, how and why it happens may improve your child's memory.
4. Engage in Music
Music is one of the language tools and can be powerful memory booster, an expert said. Let your children sing songs and love music.
5. Identify Photos and Events
Let your children recognize the people in family photos. These include grandma and grandpa. Try to ask him too about what made him happy on his last birthday.
6. Run Errands
Children would appreciate if you make them be your helper. You may ask them the things that you need to buy in the grocery. This can practice their memory skills.
7. Have a Good Sleep
Toddlers must have 11 to 13 hours of sleep per day, including their 'power naps'. Sleeping is essential to the health of mind and body.
Try these memory-enhancing workouts and see better results!
