Tip #4

In the last a couple of weeks we shared tips on setting the right expectations (TIP#1), asking the right questions (TIP#2) and how to be involved in the first practice (TIP #3).

We can guide them to focus on the process of learning and point them to different goals they can achieve.

When children hear the word ‘hard’, it means:

“It is beyond my capabilities”

When children hear the word ‘easy’, it means:

“I do not need to try hard”

How to refer to pieces instead of ‘hard’:

“This piece will take longer than others”

“This piece will help me get to the next level”

“I will be able to focus on a new technique”

How to refer to pieces instead of ‘easy’:

“This piece is really good for sight-reading”

“I will be able to play this piece fast in a shorter time”

“I will be able to perfect it with all the details”

May you know you are making a difference, even if your child never tells you themselves.

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