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Join Laura Hume and Karrie Musgrove for a workshop presented by Riversink Elementary School, designed to ease the homework burden for students and parents alike. This session addresses the importance of homework in reinforcing learning, promoting study skills, and fostering independence. Learn about setting up a productive homework environment, establishing routines, and using practical strategies to help your child succeed. Get insights on effective time management and resources, ensuring homework becomes a positive learning experience rather than a hassle.
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Homework Doesn’t Have To Be A Hassle! Presented by Laura Hume & Karrie Musgrove
Homework? To do or not To do? How much is enough? • Improves recall & understanding • Helps develop study skills • Teaches students that learning can take place anywhere • Fosters responsibility & independence • According to the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA): • K-2: not to exceed 10-20 min. per day • 3-6: study time 30-60 min. per day http://www.yic.gov/elementary/homework.html
Time & Place • Establish a quiet place to work • Kitchen table, bedroom, or elsewhere • Remove distractions • music, television, other siblings playing • Establish a routine • set a time each day • have a snack prepared • play time before or after?
Organization & Materials • Make a list of your family’s homework issues & problems • Set up a homework study calendar • Determine the basic materials needed to complete homework • (grade-level) • Put together a homework study box • Clean out backpacks weekly • Set up assignment folders • Establish a place for your child’s book bag • Assign a place for your child to put his or her homework to be signed
Homework Tips Math reading • Do math together • Share the responsibility • Hands-on experiences • Use real-life applications • coupons, receipts, cooking, planning a party • Ask for help! • Your child’s teacher • Tutoring or afterschool programs • Rewards for reading • Encouragement • Read a book & a movie • Reading is everywhere • Car • Road signs, billboards • Store • Grocery lists, receipts, signs, product labels • Make reading a habit!