Rule 1: Establish routines in your home and family life: Children who are expected to start their homework at a given time (right after school, before dinner or after dinner), have a dedicated, quiet ...

When it comes to bedtimes and homework, pediatrician Dr. Felicia Workeneh said a student’s success might boil down to one thing: a set routine. But that routine should start long before school begins.

Always provide the appropriate routine, environment and support to make your child enjoy the exercise and excel in school, writes JOHN MUTURI Homework is a frequent cause of conflict between parents ...

Homework battles can be transformed into positive learning experiences. Experts suggest creating a consistent, ...

In addition, they may have issues with focus, language, and social skills, all of which can make homework time challenging for both the youngster and their parents. For those of you who are raising a ...

As a parent, it’s tough to see your child struggle with homework, and, of course, you feel the need to help. However, helping your child too much can make them dependent on you, so it’s important to ...

Does homework time turn into a war zone at your house? If so, you're not alone. About 60 percent of students need assistance in at least one subject regularly. But according to the National Center for ...

Harris Cooper, professor of psychology at Duke, reviewed more than 60 studies regarding the amount of time a child might do homework to achieve the optimal results. In a paper, published in 2006, he ...

Transitioning from summer fun to a structured school year requires specific organizational systems. A dedicated drop zone at the entrance keeps backpacks and shoes from taking over the house. Command ...