Good Study Habits and Homework Helps
- Keep Basic Study Supplies Handy
- Store needed items such as pencils, pencil sharp-
ener, glue, erasers, markers, scissors and paper near
the study area.
- It is easier and faster to do an
assignment when every thing is at hand.
- A basket or shoe box can be decorated to store these items.
- Help Your Child Keep Track of Assignments and Projects
- At the fifth grade level, the students will usually
bring home some type of printed daily
homework assignment sheet, written by them, to let you know what work your child is to do.
- Be sure to check the backpack every
day and read any messages or papers sent home by the
teacher or office. Even at 5th grade students can be forgetful and need help from you staying organized.
Other Ideas!
- Help your child with homework when needed, but
do not do it for him/her. The child only learns
when he/she does the work.
- Check over all homework and have your child
correct any mistakes. Turn mistakes into positive
learning opportunities!
- Encourage your child to always do their best.
- Praise all papers and projects brought home!
Display them in a special place for all to see!
Every parent wants their child to do well in school
and to learn as much as they possibly can. To be
good students children need to develop good study
habits at home and at school. You can help develop
good study habits at home by approaching homework
with a positive attitude and by providing an atmosphere that encourages learning. Here are some ideas
that can help!
- Set A Homework Schedule
- Set up a regular time for homework to be done
each day and stick to it.
- Expect homework and plan it into the daily routine, just like meals, sleep, and
recreation.
- Plan the time that best suits the child.
- Some children may work best in the afternoon when
they get home from school, while others may need to
unwind first.
- Provide An Appropriate Place To Study
Choose a place that is quiet and free from distractions such as TV, radio, and other family activities, if
possible.
- Make sure there is good lighting.
- Provide a desk or table with a comfortable chair for your child.
- The kitchen table will work if other family members
agree to stay out of the room during study time.
For further information on helping your child.
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