Once a parent-teacher phone call has been completed, the time arrives for a parent to approach their child to discuss the reported concerns surrounding academic achievement. It is always a good idea for the parent to prepare their ideas and adjust their attitude before they approach their child. It is recommended that parents approach their child with an effort to learn as much about the problem as possible. The mission of parents should focus on fact finding and information gathering. Arguments and expression of disappointment need to be avoided especially if a parent wants to learn more about the nature of the performance difficulty in the classroom. Avoid asking