| Now that school is back into full swing, the novelty of | | | | that they won't be able to play or watch TV at a |
| the new year is probably beginning to wear off. The | | | | certain time will be a little less disturbing than if you |
| initial ambition that your child exhibited in September | | | | suddenly interrupt them while they're in the middle of |
| may be waning and homework may have the appeal | | | | something they enjoy. |
| of sorting socks. | | | | 3. Let your child know you are available if they need |
| Here are five tips to help your child do homework | | | | help. Resist providing answers. Instead, show them the |
| without the battles: | | | | way to come to the correct answer. |
| 1. Providing cool school supplies (pencils, erasers, | | | | 4. Do your homework at the same time. Pay your bills, |
| folders, notepads, etc.) can motivate your child to get | | | | write your grocery lists, cut coupons, write letters or fill |
| their work done by making the task a little less | | | | out all those permissions slips. By doing this, you are |
| mundane. Materials kept nearby will prevent your child | | | | showing that homework is a part of life that everyone |
| from becoming distracted while retrieving items they | | | | must do. Bonus: It can also be a silent bonding time. |
| need. If your child does his homework at the table, put | | | | 5. When homework is complete, praise them for |
| together a homework "kit" that contains the necessary | | | | getting it done. Emphasize the fact that they can relax |
| items. | | | | for the rest of the evening, knowing that they've |
| 2. Try to have a regular time for homework. Knowing | | | | gotten their responsibilities out of the way. |