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Helping
your children with their homework can be a challenge! Some
things you can do to help are:
- Set
up a time for homework, study and reading every day, even
if they don't have homework that day.
- Help
with homework exercises, but don't do the work for them.
- If
the answers aren't right, ask them to explain how they got
the answers. That should help them find the errors.
- Show
enthusiasm and support for their learning experiences.
- Learn
how to use the computer and Internet together.
- Talk
to their teachers and ask for help when needed.
- Praise
their efforts.
Check
out these resources for lots of great ideas for helping with
this very important activity.
- The
Helping Your Child Series (English
& Spanish versions)
"The
Helping Your Child publication series aims to provide parents
with the tools and information necessary to help their children
succeed in school and life. These booklets feature practical
lessons and activities to help their school aged and preschool
children master reading, understand the value of homework
and develop the skills and values necessary to achieve and
grow." (from the US Department of Education)
- Learning
Partners - "Let's Do" series
Series
of short guides offering help with specific school subjects.
For example: Let's Do Science, Let's Do Math,
Let's Use TV, Let's Use the Library. Each includes a short
overview of the subject and several fun activities. (from
the US Dept. of Education)
Check
out your school and public libraries. The librarians can help
you find loads of great resources.
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