Helping Your Children With Their Homework
May 16th, 2008 by Alison
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Homework is not fun, for the student or the parent. And, in all
honesty, not too fun for the teacher (who grades it) either. Here are
some ways you can help your child be successful with homework.
- Provide a quiet work environment, but recognize that some kids do do
better with soft music playing in the background. Provide easy access
to any needed materials.
- Set aside a certain time each day for homework. Right after school
isn't always best as sometimes kids need time to work off some energy
first. But, for some, that may be the best time.
- Make sure your child understands the directions before they begin.
- The teacher does not care how well you can summarize a social
studies chapter or how well you know your times tables. Explain
concepts to your child if he doesn't understand, but be sure the
homework is done by your child. If she cannot correct mistakes on her
own, leave them. Your child's teacher needs to know that your child
needs to practice this skill some more.
- Your child's struggles with a subject does not mean you are a bad
parent. Contacting your child's teacher to discuss what more can be
done shows that you want your child to be successful and are ready and
willing to help.
- Most important, remind your child to turn in the assignment! No
matter how long you spend on homework, if your child doesn't turn it
in, it most likely will not count.
What are your tips for homework success?
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May 16th, 2008 at 3:25 pm
As a parent and a former teacher I appreciate your remarks. The teacher DOES need to see the mistakes the child makes. That's how the teacher knows what the child does not understand yet. It's homework–not a graduation test. It is designed to help review material and build self-discipline and self-direction. (And as a parent–I've gone to school. I did the homework. I am not willing to do it again!)
May 16th, 2008 at 3:27 pm
Forgot to add my tip. In my house, the rule is: "It isn't done if it isn't packed." The children have to remember to put the homework into their schoolbags–not to leave it on the desk or in the printer.