Recipe For Stress-Free Homework

Recipe for Stress-free Homework Contents Foreword Few Words Acknowledgement 1. Introduction The Changing Phases To Do or Not To Do Homework? Is It Enough Homework? Types of Homework How Parents Can Help with Homework? 2. Homework: A Concern for the Whole Family 3. The Basics Why Do Teachers Assign Homework? Does Homework Help Children Learn? What's the Right Amount of Homework? 4. How to Help: Show that You Think Education and Homework are Important Set a Regular Time for Homework Pick a Place Remove Distractions Provide Supplies and Identify Resources Set a Good Example Be Interested and Interesting 5. How to Help: Monitor Assignments Ask about the School's Homework Policy Be Available Look over Completed Assignments Monitor Time Spent Viewing TV and Playing Video Games 6. How to Help: Provide Guidance Help Your Child to Get Organized Encourage Good Study Habits Talk about the Assignments Watch for Frustration Give Praise 7. How to Help: Talk with Teachers to Resolve Problems Tell the Teacher about Your Concerns Work with the Teacher Homework Tips for Parents Checklist for Helping Your Child with Homework Resources