I know this probably is horrible generalisation and loads of boys are motivated, but my son and a few others I know in year 2/3 are quite happy to be on the bottom table for things because it means 'they get the easy work'. We're from a reasonably academic family and I find it really frustrating that my yr2 DS (nearly 7) is happy to languish on bottom table for maths (he's on top for reading and history type work which interest him). I just don't know how to motivate him to do his best as I'm pretty sure he's not doing it. At home for example his writing is ok when I'm leaning over him - at school its dire. I feel like he does what he can get away with. His teacher says he rushes to get the work done so its over and he can have choosing time.
I feel a bit guilty posting this for being harsh on him but I'm just very frustrated! Does it ring any bells with anyone else?
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When do boys get motivated??
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houseofboys · 03/03/2010 16:55
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