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4. HAVE ROUTINES. Set up a daily schedule for routines for bathing, eating, dressing, homework and play time. Keep distractions to a minimum; regulate and put time limits on telephone, television, radio, computer time and electronic devices. 5. SCHEDULE LEARNING TIME. Set aside a minimum of 30 minutes each day for educational activities. This may include completing assigned homework or practicing skills that the teacher has sent home. Use workbooks or learning activities, like crossword puzzles, cards or board games, which encourage logic, decision-making and problem solving. During learning time, do not allow phone calls, television, computers, electronics or vis its from friends. 6. CREATE A STAR! Find something that your child likes and does well and let him or her "show off" a bit. Encourage fun and the pleasure of having a good time in a positive way. Give your child the message that it is okay to read a book, draw funny pictures, play an instrument, plant a garden, groom a pet, collect stamps or learn about motorcycles. Find a way to showcase his or her talents, perhaps at a senior center or with an elderly relative or neighbor. Children need to "sparkle and shine!" These are just a few things parents can do to help their youngsters. The goal is to enjoy and maintain an interest in school related activities and learning in general. Dr. Valerie Box 3145, Fredericksburg, VA in private practice. P. O. Allen is a child psychologist 22402 She presents seminars for parents 888-657-4471 Phone: 800-931-9981 Fax: and professionals in the field ofSchmitt 540-845-7340 Gary Mintz 540-845-2024 Hans child development and has published two children's books, "Summer School for Smarties" and "Bad Hair, Good Michele Rathbun 703-357-3122 Hat, New Friends." Oh yes, 703-470-0057 raised six children! Stuart Evins she has also www.FredParent.NET 13