Driving is not an easy subject to teach, yet many parents try to teach their children to drive. However, in doing so, many parents fall into the familiar traps of teaching to drive. They yell, get angry, and generally act like they have no idea how to teach. This situation is very common and there are a few ways to avoid it and make every lesson worthwhile.
Never yell at your son or daughter. Panic is the last emotion teenagers need, especially when learning to drive. Instead, use an assertive voice when something is wrong and a calm voice when everything is fine. Only a life-threatening situation should be dealt with with a loud voice, and even then, not with a panic-inducing voice. When the parent does not have control over the vehicle, it is best for the parent to ensure that the driver has full control.
The correct maneuvers are essential to pass the driving test, but many parents still teach their teenage sons and daughters the wrong maneuvers. When showing teenagers how to drive, it is very important to show only the correct maneuvers in accordance with the law. If a parent doesn’t know the exact law, they should get a guide that shows exactly what to do. No one should be taught illegal moves.
Ignoring the student driver while driving is another big mistake many parents make. They think their teen is skilled enough to drive without comment, so they talk on the phone or even sleep while their son or daughter drives. This can easily lead to overconfidence or worse, an accident due to inattention.