Does homework become an after school daily battle? Here are some simple ways to help your child.

1. Make it a daily routine.

a. Don’t take the excuse that I don’t have any homework. Make homework a part of the after school routine. Give your child some down time after school then have a set time that they know is homework time. Go over spelling words, math facts, science vocabulary, if your child says they have no homework that day.

b. Be a part of that routine. If you are cooking, have them at the table and you check on their progress periodically.

2. Check their planner or assignment sheet.

a. Every class grades 1-5 have either a planner or an assignment sheet that they fill out daily.

b. Sign the planner and write any notes to the teacher. If your child had a tough time with one the assignments, jot that down on the planner.

3. Use your resources.

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