Homework Tips

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If you are like most kids I know, homework is not your favorite subject. But it's a fact of life for most of you. There are ways to make it easier and less stressful. There is a systematic approach, which makes homework more meaningful and clearly defines everyone's role—teacher's parent's, and student's.

1. HOMEWORK POLICY

Make sure that you understand your teacher's homework policy. What type of homework will you be having? How does the teacher expect it to be done? What are the consequences of not doing it?

One way not to forget about assignments is to have a small notebook and write the subject and pages at the time the teacher assigns the work. Then at the end of the day all you have to do is check your notebook and take the proper books home.

2. HOMEWORK DROP SPOT

How often have you had to tell the teacher, "I did it, but I forgot it?" You can end forgetfulness by developing the habit of putting homework in a specific spot at home each evening after it has been completed. Often children replace their books into their bookbag each evening. Special drop spots might be in a box by the front door or on the kitchen table.

3. HOMEWORK STUDY AREA

Students must have a quiet place to do homework effectively. Try to have a personal study area at your house. It doesn't matter where it is as long as it is a place where you can concentrate and get your work done. Sitting in front of the television is not a good place to do homework because of the distractions. If you sit at a table and spread your work out, you will be able to concentrate better and more quickly complete your assignment.

4. HOMEWORK SURVIVAL KIT

It is nice to have at home all the materials you will need for getting your job done. You need the proper supplies handy so that your time is not wasted finding a pencil or ruler. At your study area have the materials ready.

5. DAILY HOMEWORK TIME

You lead a busy life juggling after school activities, outside play and household responsibilities. Homework is often left until the last minute. Sometimes you find that it is bedtime and you remember that you didn't do an assignment. Scheduling a daily homework time can eliminate this.

Some of the problems students have completing homework on time are caused by waiting until late at night when they're too tired to do a good Job. Other times sports, music lessons, and other activities interfere.

Just as other activities are scheduled, so should the homework period be scheduled. Fill In a schedule of your week and include a homework time. You should find a time that suits you best. Do you work best just as soon as you get home? Or do you like to take a break from sitting and play and do your homework after dinner? Whatever time you choose, stick to that schedule every day.

It is important that parents support the homework process by helping you find a quiet place for homework, providing necessary supplies, selecting appropriate daily homework study time and encouraging children to do their best work.

Teachers should make the homework assignments very clear. If you are not sure about what you are to do, ask right away. Don't wait until you are home at night to try to figure it out. If you cannot do the homework because you don't understand go to your parents and try to get help. If you still don't understand, go to the teacher the next day and explain that you do not understand the ideas on the page and ask if she/he can take a few minutes to explain it because you really want to do your best this year.

Homework does not always have to be a chore. If you follow the above tips, you will get your homework done quickly and still have time for other activities too. Remember that it is your responsibility.

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