Back to school: Joy and curiosity in one

Back to school: Joy and curiosity in one

The return to school is full of new possibilities. How to turn curiosity into a positive experience?

Engage children by talking about the exciting topics that await them at school. It could be a new book, an experiment, or a project they can work on with their classmates. Teachers recommend that parents get involved in preparing their children by helping them with planning and activating their curiosity. Together, you can explore all the new things they can learn. Help them gain enthusiasm for learning and discovery so that the return to school becomes a joyful event.

Interested in this topic? Read more: Return to school with a smile: A teacher's guide for parents for a smooth transition after the holidays Want to find out where you stand personally? Take a short test at the end of the page and gain a better understanding.

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Imagine it is your first day back at work after a vacation. How do you feel in the morning?

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Your vacation has come to an end. What is your first thought when returning home?

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In your work, you will find that there are several urgent tasks waiting for you. What will you do first?

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How do you envision the ideal first days after a vacation?

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How do you react when you realize that your work hasn't fulfilled you for the second day in a row?

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You notice that your colleague is demotivated after returning from vacation. What will you do?

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Imagine you have one workday just for yourself – with no tasks. What would you do?

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How do you maintain a feeling of lightness during the workday?

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How do you react when things don't go as you expect?

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Which statement best reflects your attitude towards returning to work?

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