Wanting kids to learn is different than them wanting to learn. I keep telling myself this on a daily basis, it never seems to set in though. So, I am trying to get my kids to understand that they should want to learn new things and not just the bare minimum. Don't just remember it for the test, but truly learn it. They just look at me like I am from outer space. My thoughts are, maybe... JUST MAYBE if I try more hands on approach they might retain a little bit more information on certain subjects.
I would really love all the blank stares to go away and the light bulb to go on ... Don't get me wrong, the light is on... it is just on a dimmer switch, on the low setting. The problem is I KNOW how intelligent they are and they try to hide it, like it is a bad thing. Since when was it bad to be smart.
Maybe.... hmm... I should look at them with blank stares when they ask what's for dinner, why are all the clothes still dirty? That would be fun. Just think I might do that for a couple of days so they can see how frustrating it can be.
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