--- title: How Parents Can Help Kids Learn Online description: The shift to online learning can be tricky. 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Maximize the time kids have online with these tips! [Melinda Cameron](https://www.halifaxlearning.com/blog/author/melinda-cameron) May 14, 2020 --- At Halifax Learning, parents have always been a big part of their child's reading success. These days, it's more important than ever. But how can parents provide the best support on their child's reading journey, as they learn to read online with SpellRead? **1. Be present...** Kids usually need older family members around to start the Zoom or video chat meetings and to make sure the microphone and camera are working correctly. There can also be times when it's good to be around to troubleshoot any issues that come up, like if kids accidentally click the wrong part of the screen or if there's a problem with wifi. **2. ...but not TOO present.** Classes are designed for kids to do successfully with their class and instructor, so parents don't need to be around to give hints about the answers or do the activities! Any support that's needed will be provided by the instructor. **3. Have materials at the ready.** Each online class goes by quickly, so the better prepared kids are, the more work that gets done. Some families set an alarm for 10 minutes before each class - that way, they can be logged in and ready to go when the class starts. Better yet, set an alarm for 30 minutes before each class, giving kids time to have a quick snack and drink if needed and to use the washroom. Supplies kids will usually need to have include: - Pencils and a notebook or scribbler - Sound cards - Speed packs **4. Be positive!** Make your home a safe place to make mistakes. Not every answer will be correct the first try - if it was, what are we even doing here? 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