But sometimes the difference in abilities between us and them, or the demands of time, end up leaving us disappointed. By viewing their mistakes as sources of information for future efforts, your children gain confidence to continue learning. Conversation gets you past the difficult moments. Keeping open the communications between you and your children, and encouraging continued discussion no matter how off the mark your children may seem, tells them you take them seriously and value their efforts to learn. The ability to have a conversation with your children profoundly affects what and how they learn.
Children have their own ideas and interests.
By letting them choose activities accordingly, you let them know their ideas and interests are valuable. Often they will want to teach you as a way to use what they know. Share their interests and encourage them to learn more. If your child asks about a person in a painting, stop to find out who it is. Choose your activities well.