Question:
homework
STUDY CORNER
All children deserve a special place to do their studying in. A small desk, a special corner of your desk, a tray table and chair in their room, what is important is that they have somewhere to keep their dictionary, other reference books and school-related material. If your child does their studying at the kitchen table set up a shelf for these materials in a nearby convenient spot.
DO YOUR HOMEWORK
Do your homework while your children do their school assignments. Balance your checkbook, pay bills, fold laundry. Show the attitude that "We're all in this together." Let them know that your are there if they need you. When they do ask for help, play detective. Help them search out the answers to their questions. Go to the library together and show them how to find the answers they need. Many families find a weekly trip to the library an inexpensive, fun, family activity. By teaching them how to research for answers, you teach them a life skill they will use forever. When you are all finished reward yourselves with a game or treat.
HOW TO HELP WITH HOMEWORK
1. Get to know your child's teacher. Attend school events, such as parent-teacher conferences, to meet your child's teacher. Ask about his or her homework policy and how you should be involved.
2. Set up a homework-friendly area. Make sure your child has a well-lit place to complete homework. Place supplies - paper, pencils, glue, scissors - within reach.
3. Schedule a regular study time. Some children work best in the afternoon, following a snack and play period; others may prefer to wait until after dinner.
4. Keep the distractions to a minimum. This means no television, no loud music, and no phone calls. (Occasionally, though, a phone call to a classmate about an assignment could prove helpful.)
5. Make sure your child does his own work. Children will not learn if they cannot think for themselves and make their own mistakes. Parents can make suggestions and help children with directions. Your child's job is to do the learning.
6. Get involved in your child's academic career. Ask him about assignments, quizzes, and tests. Check his completed homework, and make yourself available for his questions and concerns.
7. Set a good homework example. Does your child see you reading the newspaper, writing letters, or reading a book?
8. Children are more likely to follow their parents' examples than their advice.
Praise his work. Stick his math assignment or art project on the refrigerator. Mention his achievements in science to relatives.
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