Visual timers, or Time Timers, are incredible tools that can be used in all kinds of situations. Whether your child needs help keeping track of time, calming themselves down, or staying organized, a timer can be invaluable in supporting their academic success.
For young children, time is very abstract. As they grow up, they gradually become aware of the passage of time. However, some kids have a hard time grasping the concept. If your child is struggling, consider using a timer. For instance, it can be helpful during the following:
As children become more autonomous, they start to plan their own homework, activities, and morning routine. To help your child estimate the amount of time needed to accomplish each task, you can suggest they use a Time Timer. Eventually, they’ll know how long it takes on average to do the following:
It can’t be said enough: organization is the key to academic success. It’s an essential skill for all school-related tasks, including assignments and lesson reviews. If your child has difficulty planning out their homework, suggest they use a timer. It will help them do the following:
Some timers, such as Time Timers, have a feature that allows you to program several tasks in succession, which can help your child learn to anticipate what comes next. So, when your child uses a Time Timer, they’re also learning the following:
Active, hyperactive, and impulsive children often need time to focus and regain composure before a task. To help your child calm down, you can use a timer to schedule a relaxing activity, like the following:
Alloprof’s Motivational Timer offers parents a host of interesting features, including the option to reward their child. It’s a way to encourage each small achievement! Available online and in app stores.
Writing : The Alloprof Parents' team