Homework…and the tough to manage Child!
It’s that part of the day again. One that both parent and child have come to dread - > Homework!
If that sounds familiar? then it only gets worse from there. Your child inherits your views on many things including homework. Here are some positive tips to help…
1. Always have your child do their homework in the same location every day. Preferably at a desk, in a quiet area, away from noise and other distractions.
2. Allow a minimum of 30-60 minutes each night. If sports, scouts or other activites intervine, ensure homework is done at school or before the activity.
3. Encourage learning activities in the car commute. Replace toys/videos with books, flash cards and learning games.
4. Keep homework fun. Typically start with most difficult assignment (s) first (ie math) and then move to lighter subjects requiring less energy. Encourage use of computer to help (ie google on math flashcards, reading games, etc).
5. Ensure your child is well fed which will help with their energy level.
6. Keep frustration to a minimum. Encourage independent work teaching them to come back to difficult problems.
7. Above all, check their work! Correctness is just as important as completeness! Encourage neatness as you are teaching them how to present themselves to the outside world.
Enjoy!