How to deal with primary school students' lack of concentration during exam preparation

Primary school students' lack of concentration during exam preparation can be improved by adjusting the learning environment, developing a reasonable plan, conducting concentration training, ensuring sufficient sleep, and supplementing nutrition appropriately. Lack of concentration is usually related to factors such as high academic pressure, external interference, insufficient sleep, imbalanced diet, and lack of exercise.

1. Adjust the learning environment

Create a quiet and tidy learning space for children, reducing distractions such as TV and toys. The desk should have sufficient lighting, and the seat height should conform to ergonomics. Parents can accompany their studies but avoid frequent interruptions. If necessary, use earplugs or white noise to isolate external sounds.

2. Develop a reasonable plan

Break down learning tasks into 25 minute units, using the tomato clock method with a 5-minute break. Use a visual task list and receive a check mark reward for each completed task. Avoiding prolonged study of a single subject and alternating between science and humanities content can slow down fatigue.

3. Concentration Training

Enhance visual concentration through games such as Schulte grids and number culling. Perform 10 minutes of mindfulness breathing exercises every day, observe the incoming and outgoing breath, and cultivate sustained attention. Activities that require hand eye coordination, such as skipping rope and hitting the ball, can also enhance the inhibitory function of the nervous system.

4. Ensure adequate sleep

Primary school students need 9-11 hours of sleep every day and avoid using electronic devices one hour before bedtime. Establish a fixed schedule and engage in relaxing activities such as parent-child reading before bedtime. Lack of sleep can lead to a decline in the function of the prefrontal cortex, directly affecting attention regulation ability.

5. Properly supplement nutrition

Eat high-quality protein such as eggs and milk for breakfast, and pair with slow carbon foods such as oats to maintain blood sugar stability. Moderate supplementation of foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as walnuts and deep-sea fish. Avoid high sugar snacks that cause blood sugar fluctuations, and pay attention to the intake of trace elements such as iron and zinc. Parents should regularly observe their children's performance, and seek professional evaluation in a timely manner if there is persistent severe attention deficit, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. In daily life, parent-child activities such as board games and puzzles can naturally enhance concentration and avoid overemphasizing exam scores, which can increase anxiety. Pay attention to integrating exercise into daily life, ensuring 1 hour of outdoor activity time every day. Sunlight exposure helps with dopamine secretion. Establish an encouraging education model, give specific praise to children's focused behavior, and gradually cultivate self-learning habits.