Receipe for Stress-free Home Work

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