1. Homework “Checklist” Study Place
Quiet and well-lit (kitchen table) away from T.V. , siblings, or other distractions
Set up a consistent time to study each day
Flat table or desk
Have all supplies ready for easy access
Keep backpack beside you
Take out assignment notebook
Decide order of tasks
Steps to Successfully Completing Homework
Take out assignment notebook/ agenda
Take out all materials needed to complete this assignment
Order tasks in order of difficulty (hardest items first; break up large assignments into smaller ones)
STAY ORGANIZED! Put homework materials in the appropriate FOLDER (not just floating around inside the backpack)
Put the folder in the backpack
Put the backpack by the door
*At school, turn in homework!
Whitney Kern, LCSW-Chesterfield County Mental Health Prevention Services