Understanding Working Memory in Children

What is Working Memory?

Working memory is the mental ability to recall and recite information temporarily during tasks like learning, reasoning, and problem solving 

What are some common errors children face when learning to use their working memory?

Children from the ages 3-5 tend to have shorter attention spans. This can affect the child to keep focus on tasks which need their working memory. To overcome these challenges, keep activities fun and engaging for the children. Allow exploration so the child can figure out the nature of the activity.

What is the advantage of Working Memory?

Working memory helps children with their listening and responding to conversation. It aids in tracking along to a story. It also enables children to give answers to questions asked during learning tasks.

How to teach your child at home

Way to help build your child’s working memory can be done through card games like memory. You can also read a story to your child and ask them questions related to the story.

Additionally, many of the activities suggested in other Numbo Jumbo learning guidelines will also help. These activities engage and develop your child’s working memory.