Homework! Every child has it, so there's no getting around it. Try these
tips when dealing with this after school ritual.
Recess First:
Children spend the entire day in a structured environment. Why not let
them relax once they get home. Allow them to lay on the floor in front
of the television for a time with a snack or play outside with their
friends. After this recess from school their minds will be clearer and
more receptive toward tackling homework.
A Comfortable Place:
Let your children discover what works best for them when completing
homework. Most parents don't allow their children to watch television,
or they expect them to sit at table or desk. Classrooms have constant
interruptions therefore, children learn to tune out noise. If your child
can complete his homework assignments laying in front of the television
or listening to music then why worry about it. Of course, if the music
or television interferes then turn it OFF!
Make A Time for Homework:
Kids today are involved in sports, music lessons and other activities.
Make sure their schedules aren't overloaded after school. The general
rule for homework is: first grade 10 minutes, second grade 20 minutes,
third grade 30 minutes, and so on. The amount of homework your child
receives should be commensurate to their grade grade level. If your
child is having difficulty with homework then they're probably having
trouble at school as well.
Help them Become Independent:
Many times young children come home excited with homework and are eager
to get started. You want them become independent learners - encourage
their enthusiasm. Leave them alone and don't interfere, even if they're
completing an assignment wrong. They'll figure this out later and know
when to ask for help. On the other hand, if you know your child usually
has homework and fails to get started, help them get organized and
started. Provide a choice of times and places for them to do homework.
Avoid Punishment:
Disciplining your child for not completing homework usually doesn't
work. Creating a reward system is usually more effective. Realize that
many kids see homework as a waste of time - busy work, especially if
it's too easy. Other reason could be: its too difficult, there are
problems at school with the teacher or other students. Find out why and
go from there there.
Parents are their childrens' first teachers. They can send the message
that school is important, when they help with homework.
About the author:
Carol Fraser Boles has a Master's degree in Special Reading and an
Educational Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction. She has
more than ten years experience teaching K-12 reading in public schools.
She now manages her own business and is a member of the Lieurance Group,
a freelance writer's cooperative. Find out more about her writing
services at
http://www.lieurancegroup.blogspot.com. For more tips on education
and parenting visit her blog at
http://www.teacherspetplace.blogspot.com or email her at Cwrites-56
@ hotmail.com
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