{"id":10518,"date":"2022-09-07T10:13:16","date_gmt":"2022-09-07T14:13:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kumon.com\/resources\/?p=10518"},"modified":"2023-08-01T15:02:11","modified_gmt":"2023-08-01T19:02:11","slug":"how-to-make-homework-less-stressful","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kumon.com\/resources\/how-to-make-homework-less-stressful\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make Homework Less Stressful"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many parents agree that, at times, it can be a challenge to get homework completed. Sitting down after a long school day may be the last thing your child wants to do. It might also feel like an augment not worth having when there are still a lot of to-dos left on the list for the day. But completing homework is crucial to academic progress. Homework assignments provide the necessary practice to continue developing a skill and mastering it.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are a few helpful tips to make homework less stressful so your child can continue excelling:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Take note of how long it takes to complete homework<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Homework is meant to give students more practice on concepts that they\u2019ve learned in the classroom. The time it takes to complete typically varies by age and grade. Speak with their teacher to get a better idea of about how long homework might take to complete. Once you have this timing in mind, take note of how long it takes for your child to complete their assignment. If your child is taking longer than the expected time, let their teacher know.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Update the teacher on the homework completion time<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This will inform the teacher of possible concepts that might need more attention and an adjustment in their workload. This is the same for those who may be completing work immediately. Their teacher may be able to adjust their workload to give them more challenging assignments to avoid boredom.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Keep supplies organized<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An organized space and materials can help make homework less stressful. There are a few different areas to focus on when it comes to staying organized. Making sure your child has a clean workspace and the items needed to stay organized can help them feel more prepared. Work with your child to check binders\/folders, pencil pouches and even ask about desk\/locker organization at school. Also, make it a point to do weekly backpack clean outs as sometimes there could be papers and miscellaneous items lost in one of the many pockets!&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Have a weekly schedule<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you have a good idea of how long homework takes, you can create a daily or weekly schedule that incorporates it. Set aside some time to discuss the weekly to-dos with your child and how to plan these into the days of the week. Then encourage them to write these tasks down on a planner so they can visualize the week ahead of them. This gives them an idea of what to expect and how to plan accordingly around these important to-dos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Praise efforts<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes homework assignments are quick. Other times a little encouragement might be needed. Praise their efforts to encourage them to continue practicing. Explain that sometimes mistakes happen, that they are part of the learning process, and they can actually illustrate how to find the solution.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Have a Plan for Big Assignments<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stay informed about when your child is tackling big assignments or multiple assignments from different subjects in one day. It may help to plan in breaks and have regular check-ins to make sure things stay on track. For example, set a 30-minute goal for each assignment. Once the time is up, they get a break or even a small reward such as device time, a treat, or an extra star on a rewards chart. This allows them a few moments to clear their mind and then refocus their attention back to the big assignment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The takeaway<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting homework completed can be a challenge, but the practice it provides is a crucial part of the learning process. Practice at home can help to reinforce the concepts learned at school and build confidence for any future tests on the subject matter. These tips can make homework less stressful while also helping your child manage their time, stay organized and develop more independence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more educational tips and tricks, check out <a href=\"\/resources\/\" aria-label=\"www.kumon.com\/resources\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.kumon.com\/resources<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\nMany parents agree that, at times, it can be a challenge to get homework completed. Sitting down after a long school day may be the last thing your child wants to do. 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