Homework Help Homework Help Establish a set time for doing homework - children need and respond to routine, doing homework the same time each day will lessen resistance
Provide a comfortable place to do homework - be sure the area is free of clutter and distractions (away from TV and music)
Ensure all supplies needed are at hand
Be close at hand while your child does homework - let your child know that you have a real interest in what they are doing and that you are available to help if needed
Help your child if needed but do not do
the work for them -
no matter how tempting it can sometimes be, make sure your child
does his/her own work.
Homework is given to provide practice in a task that has been
learned and to ensure learning has taken place. If a child is
having difficulty or is taking too much time to complete assignments
be sure to let the teacher know. Guide children to answers if
necessary.
Encourage good work and study habits - help your child to study for tests by asking questions and reviewing work. Even if the child knows the material well do some review. Studying is a habit that they will need for years to come especially as material becomes more difficult.
Be sure assignments are understood - have your child call a classmate if they are not sure what they are to do. Help them to be responsible for their work.
Praise your child - everyone loves to have a job well done, let them know you care and are proud.