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They have a proper study area in their home. They have all the books and supplies needed to do their work. They have an established daily homework time. During study time, they have the least amount of distractions. (No TV, video games, talking on the phone, etc.) If they do not have homework, they use their study time to review their class work, prepare for future tests and assignments, or read for pleasure. They divide information for weekly tests into small segments and study daily. They take responsibility for getting the assignment and understanding the task. They are rested and prepared each day for school. They listen to their teachers and do all class work. They put forth a positive attitude toward school.
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Homework helps students… Review and practice what was covered in class. Get ready for the next day’s class. Learn to use resources. Explore subjects in more detail than classroom time permits. Extend learning by applying skills they already have to new situations. Develop good study habits and positive attitudes. Learn to work independently. Encourage self-discipline and responsibility.
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National organizations of parents and teachers suggest … Children in kindergarten through second grade can benefit from 10 to 20 minutes of homework each school day. Children in third through sixth grade can benefit from 30 to 60 minutes of homework each school day. *Keep in mind that they are referring to the amount of time the child is actually focused and working.
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Environment Provide a quiet, well-lit space, away from distractions. Try to find a separate space for each of your children. Provide them with all the right study materials. (Paper, pencils, books, dictionary, desk, etc.)
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Schedule If possible, try to keep the same schedule every night…children like routines. Allow for adequate study and free time each evening. Provide time for your child to get some exercise. Limit the amount of time your child watches TV, plays video games, and spends time on the computer. Make sure your child is going to bed early enough…Getting a good night’s sleep is the most important assignment of all!
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Organization Provide your child with a backpack. Go through your child’s homework folder and help them clean it out each night. Check your child’s assignment sheet or agenda daily to see what assignments need completed. Make a homework plan with your child.
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Help When possible, be available to answer questions. ▪ Do a problem or two together. Then leave and let them try some on their own. ▪ Set a timer for independent work time, then come back and check their work. ▪ Avoid simply giving an answer. Instead, ask questions that let your child see the problem in smaller, sequential steps. Review completed and graded assignments from your child’s folder with them. ▪ If they have errors, make sure they understand why they missed them.
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Communication Use your child’s assignment sheet or agenda to stay informed about homework assignments that need completed. Share any concerns that you have about your child’s progress with the teacher. (Call, E-mail, write a note) ▪ If your child is unable to do most of their homework by themselves. ▪ Specific areas/subjects where your child may need extra practice.
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Attitude Foster a “we’re in this together” vibe. Divide and conquer. Dangle the carrot. Remember your goal. Know when to quit. Use incentives. (Sticker charts, contracts, etc.) Your attitude matters too. ▪ Be patient. ▪ Take your time. ▪ Don’t give up. ▪ Practice, practice, practice.
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By 3 rd grade, students are no longer “learning to read.” They are now “reading to learn.” Both subjects ask students to apply reading and math skills to a new concept or situation. Students are asked to do critical thinking and reflecting when working on these subjects.
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Some at-home activities that build Social Studies skills: Bake a cake together and observe/talk about how the mixtures change from powders to liquid to solid. Look at salt and sugar under a microscope or magnifying glass. How are the crystals like? How are they different? Put a tulip or daffodil in water with food coloring and observe how the water travels up the stem and into the petals. Make a bird feeder out of a milk container and observe the different birds that visit. What are their colors and sizes? When do they come? Take a nature walk and record the different kinds of bugs you see or collect a variety of leaves. Observe clouds and notice differences in the ones that bring rain or thunderstorms and the ones that don't. See if there are science museums or children's museums nearby.
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Some at-home activities that build Social Studies skills: Talk about current events. Students should be aware of the world around them. Do a “Who’s Who?” to name our President, Governor, and other important figures. Allow students to read directions during a road trip to practice map skills. Create a family tree or personal timeline to reinforce that history is the study of something in the past. Visit local historical sites. (Meadowcroft, Fort Pitt Museum, Heinz History Center, etc.)
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