If you would like to support this podcast, click HERE. In this episode, we talk about motivating reluctant kids.   Kids with learning challenges, or laid back kids who just don't like to be challenged; sometimes kids just going through a phase!  How can we avoid yanking them along, undermining the relationship and frustrating ourselves and the reluctant learner?  How to capitalize on their interests and what motivates them.  Creating routine is a lifesaver in many families and on SO many levels.  Join us for some thoughts on all of the above....6:39 - Taking time to assess what you're dealing with9:09 - How to handle kids who struggle focusing16:09 - Clear structure benefits everyone22:52 - Outdoor play30:34 - How can we help encourage a child who hates being challenged?36:45 - Teaching by modelling new conceptshttps://www.bonnielandry.ca/blog-1/five-minute-education?rq=focuhttps://www.bonnielandry.ca/blog-1/shut-your-phone-off-you-wont-die?rq=attendhttps://www.bonnielandry.ca/blog-1/things-that-bring-you-joy-part-two?rq=attendhttps://www.bonnielandry.ca/blog-1/decluttering-a-journey-of-self-over-25-years?rq=routine