Helpful Homework Hints (that really work!)

Here are some ways to make homework time easier for you and your child:

• Have a regular place for your child to do homework - a desk or table in a quiet room.
• Set a regular time for homework. You may want to make a rule, "No television until homework is finished."
• Set aside ample time for homework and help your child plan how she'll use her time.
• Be available to answer questions and offer assistance, but never do the homework for her.
• To help alleviate fatigue, have your child close the books for 10 minutes every hour and go do something else.
• If your child is struggling with a particular subject, and you aren't able to help, a tutor can be a good solution. Discuss it with the teacher first.
• Have your child do the most difficult homework first. Save "easy" subjects for last.
• Praise your child's good work. Your interest will encourage good work.