15 Minute Timer

I have a 7-year-old who has to practice at least an hour a day. That is a lot of practicing for someone that young. My idea this week is to break down the practice into four 15-minute sessions. One 15-minute session is working on her newest pieces. When the timer goes off we stop. Other 15-minute sessions include review, Christmas/Group pieces, and her “alone practice.” She’s learning to practice on her own so there are certain things that she practices without me.

So far, this 15-minute method is working well, except we don’t usually get all 4 sessions in each day. But, she’s been a happy practicer and that is so much better than the alternative!

I love using these TimeCubes for practicing segments like this because it is so easy to use! I know we all have timers on our phones, but this has been a game-changer because I don't have to get distracted on my phone.  It's easy enough for a kid to use.  All you do is turn the timer to the side that has the number you want to time.  This picture shows 2 minutes and 10 minutes, but there are different timers with all sorts of times.  Take a look at timers at www.thepracticeshoppe.com.