How to Help Children Overcome Procrastination
- Be a good role model. Don't procrastinate on daily work
- Maintain a daily routine in your family; a time to work, and a time to play
- Use visual cues such as a clock with a second hand so that your children can see the time passing
- Explain to your young children the steps in a simple and clear way "step one..., step two..."
- Teach your children to break down overwhelming tasks into smaller, manageable parts
- Put away irrelevant items (e.g., cell phones) to minimise distraction
- Set realistic expectations and remind your children "Done is better than perfect"
- Praise your children after they complete their tasks
Department of Health / Student Health Service <Parenting Tips Series>
October 2022