Homework

1. Attend school events, such as parent-teacher night, P&C gatherings. Ask about homework and how you should be involved.

2.Set up a homework-friendly area. Ensure it is well lit and has supplies - paper, pencils, glue, scissors.

3. Schedule study time and homework time. Some students work best after a snack and some play time, others may prefer to wait until after dinner.

4. Help them make a plan. Assist in breaking the work up into manageable chunks. Schedule a mini break every hour.

5. Keep distractions to a minimum. (Occasionally, though, a phone call to a classmate about an assignment can be helpful)

6. Let the students do their own work. Let them think for themselves and make their own decisions. Let them do the learning.

7. Be a motivator and a monitor. Ask about assignments, quizzes and tests. Give encouragement, check completed homework, and make yourself available for questions and concerns.

8. Set a good example. Do they see you doing work, household running activities, reading?

9. Praise their work and efforts. Post work on the refrigerator. Ring a family member. Mention academic achievements to relatives.

10. If there are continuing problems with homework. Get help. Talk to their teacher, check out classroom position, glasses, etc.

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