This page contains some initial thoughts on how to motivate kids who don't seem to have any interest in schoolwork. It is far from complete and comprehensive. This page will expand and improve over time. If you have suggestions and contributions to this page, please e-mail me at Thomas.
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These kids can be among the most frustrating for us serve. We, as lifelong learners and lovers of knowledge just can't comprehend why someone wouldn't want to get smarter. There are a number of reasons why kids give up in school. Many of them are listed below in brownish ink. Once you know the reason, then you can devise a solution.