Class 10 CBSE and Class 12 CBSE Board Exams are extremely taxing on the children and the parents. As a result, there may be panic and anxiety in the household the day before an exam. Children are usually anxious about the final-minute exam preparation and the difficulty of the exam. Parents are generally concerned about their child's future, which depends on how well they deliver in the exam and score the highest marks. This panic could affect the last-minute exam prep and how the child approaches the exam. 

In this situation, the role of the parents in helping the child stay relaxed and focused can be crucial. For that, parents themselves have to remain calm and supportive of the child in the first place and help them prepare for the big day physically, mentally and emotionally. 

So, your involvement as a parent can make a significant difference in your child’s confidence and performance. Here are seven effective ways to contribute to your child’s success the day before the board exam.

1. Create a Calm and Positive Environment

Panic fosters discussions about past failures, weaknesses, and other issues the child may suffer. Adding up to the panic with those discussions can cause stress to the child. It can be counterproductive, especially on the day before class 12 or class 10 CBSE Board Exams. 

As a responsible parent, it is critical to avoid all those discussions, believe in your child's capabilities, and provide reassurance that you are proud of their hard work, regardless of the results. It will create a calm and supportive atmosphere.

2. Encourage Smart Study Techniques

While extensive revision and trying out sample papers for class 10 or class 12 CBSE board exams are part of the exam prep process, cramming all that on the day before an exam is not ideal.

Instead, you can encourage them to study smart for CBSE Board exams by revising key concepts, numericals, derivations, formulas, and summaries, and revisiting the toughest questions, most repeated questions, and the most important questions expected in the exam question paper. Help your child focus on the right topics and boost their confidence.

3. Prepare a Healthy Diet Plan

Proper diet and nutrition will keep your child alert with optimal brain function during the board exams. Heavy, deep-fried junk foods can cause slow digestion, disturbed sleep, lethargy and dehydration. Food ordered from unclean restaurants can cause infections and digestion issues. Avoiding these foods is indispensable the day before an exam. 

Prepare a balanced, healthy meal comprising proteins, complex carbohydrates, and vitamins. Hydration is equally important, so remind your child to drink water throughout the day.

4. Help Organise Exam Essentials

One of the most critical aspects of getting ready for an exam is ensuring everything is packed and ready. Missing a small detail, like forgetting to fill ink in the pens or forgetting the exam hall ticket, can cause massive problems when your child attends CBSE board exams.  

Refer to the guidelines and look for exam-specific essentials (like the geometry box for the class 10 CBSE Maths exam) before packing for Class 12 CBSE and 10 CBSE Board Exams. Assist your child in packing everything they need for the exam, including their hall ticket, stationery, and other permitted items. Being organised can reduce unnecessary stress on exam day.

5. Promote Relaxation and Good Sleep

Sound sleep is essential for focus and memory retention during board exams. So, help your child avoid stress, which can disrupt sleep patterns, and ensure they get adequate rest for optimum exam performance. Ensure they get at least 7-8 hours of sleep to feel refreshed. Indulge them in yoga, meditation, light physical activities, reading, or calming music to relieve stress.

6. Refrain from Excessive Advice

While good parental advice can help a child in most situations, excessive guidance the day before the exam can be counterproductive. It can overwhelm your child and cause stress. If you have to offer any advice the day before an exam, keep it short and positive. Make sure that your advice instils confidence and motivation.

7. Be Available for Emotional Support

Being available at all times is the best form of support a parent can give a child. Board exams can be stressful for the child, and they may need emotional support, which only a parent can offer. Be available to them throughout the day before an exam, and listen and validate their feelings. Whether it is excitement or anxiety, your child should know you are there to support them unconditionally.

Final Thoughts

Your involvement in these simple yet impactful ways can empower your child to approach their Class 10 CBSE Board Exams or Class 12 CBSE Board Exams with confidence and composure. Together, you can turn the stressful pre-exam hours into a stepping stone for success.

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