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Derby Races > Coaching Tips for Parents

  • Help your child plan a schedule to prevent a last-minute project and allow time for her to do her best.  You need at least one day to cut/sand the car and another to paint/decorate.
  • Help your child understand the rules and specifications.
  • If your child chooses to use a design template (attached), help her trace it on the block of wood from the kit.
  • Guide her in the use of tools in the shaping of the car and encourage her to sandpaper the wood to a smooth finish.
  • Help your child feel that this is a joint project, with her doing as much of the work as possible.
  • Help your child to understand that “doing your best” is as important as having the fastest car.
  • Help your child feel a sense of pride and satisfaction when the car and race are finished.  Share it with your daughter.  You have both earned it!
  • Spending time with your child helping her “do her best” will be remembered by both of you long after the race is finished.
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