How to keep your child focused in an online Quran class
By Zubair Sattar, founder of Online Quran Learnings · Updated · 3 min read
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The short answer
Start with the basics: a class time when your child is rested, a snack before, headphones on and a clear table. Most focus problems come from tiredness, hunger or distractions, not the child. A good teacher also changes activity every few minutes to keep young children engaged.
Fix these first
- TimingNot straight after school, not before bed.
- FoodA small snack 15 minutes before.
- SpaceTable, chair, no toys or second screen.
- SoundHeadphones block out the house.
What the teacher does
- Short bursts: read, repeat, quick game, read again
- Praise often and kindly
- Ask your child questions so they speak, not just listen
- Tell you what is working
Quick questions
Is 30 minutes too long for my child?
For most children it is just right. For very young ones, the teacher breaks it into small parts.
