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How Can You Help Your Children With Homework?
Homework is not only an opportunity for children to learn but also an opportunity for parents to get involved with their child’s
education. It can, for example, be a way for parents to learn more about what their children are learning in school and an opportunity
for them to communicate both with their children and with teachers. It can enhance parents' appreciation of education. Your interest
in your children's education can help them retain their enthusiasm and lead them to understand that learning can be both rewarding
and enjoyable.
However, helping children with homework isn't always easy. Follow these tips to develop an effective ‘Homework Strategy’:
- Take time to discover how your child learns best (for example, is your child a visual learner?).
- Designate or create a space that your child can use to study. Make sure that the supplies your child might need are on hand and work to make the space inviting.
- Set a regular "homework time" and make sure that you are available during this time in case your child needs assistance.
- Monitor the assignments given out to your child. Take note of how long they are, when they are started and completed and what comments were returned by the teacher. You may want to create a calendar with your child that can help you both to keep on top of these items.
- Use web or library resources if you find that your child needs extra help in certain subjects. If you are very concerned, you may want to look at getting some one-on-one tutoring for your child.
- Your child will likely have to take some sort of standardized tests as these are becoming more and more common. Find a Parents’ Guide for the specific test(s) and educate yourself on what the exam will be.
- If you notice a problem, talk with someone at school. Meet the teacher(s), cooperate with them and work out a plan to fix the problem and then follow-up with them to make sure the plan is working.
This page was developed with resources from:
http://www.kidsource.com/kidsource/content/homework.html
http://www.nea.org/parents/homework.html
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