How do you develop a self-motivated child? A kindergartener who can work independently?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP, there are always little children who love to crank out beautiful, colored in the lines, worksheets. That does not indicate intelligence. Work ethic? Maybe, maybe not.

learning to focus will come.

[Anonymous]

Sometimes, the learning environment is the problem. For example, not all children learn well in a Montessori environment. I have a child who is quite bright, & is a rapid learner. But does not learn so well in a "pick your own and do it" environment. My child can be easily overwhelmed by too many choices, can be rigid & reluctant to try something unfamiliar, & has gone motor issues so will avoid tasks that might be challenging to fine motor skills. In a Montessori environment, that would equate to not progressing. In a more structured but interactive environment, this translates to a love of learning. It is all about figuring out how your child learns best. And knowing if there are challenges or problems creating a barrier or instigating the lack of interest or motivation.

[Anonymous]

Is he good at drawing? It could be a finger strength problem. The muscles in his little hands may be getting tired. You may need to work on fine motor skills.

[Anonymous]

+1 my child does not enjoy drawing, coloring, or writing and our teacher said that this is why he doesn't complete his assignments and prefers to watch the others. His muscles are not as strong as some of his peers. We are working extensively on fine motor skills and he is quickly improving.