| Sometimes, homework can be the last thing on our | | | | A stable routine is also important to your child's |
| child's mind. However, you must let them know the | | | | success at school. Have your child study in the same |
| importance of such school work as this can directly | | | | place every night. Make sure that this location is a quiet |
| affect their grades as well as their overall | | | | place in your house, one where there will be very little |
| performance in school. | | | | distractions for your child. You must also make sure |
| Your child may express feelings of frustration and | | | | that all school supplies and study materials are nearby. |
| confusion when it comes to dealing with homework, | | | | Have your child follow a strict routine at home when it |
| project deadlines, and exams. But by teaching them | | | | comes to bedtime and watching television. Children |
| the right organizational skills, there's no doubt that your | | | | with a regular bedtime come to school well-rested and |
| child can become a successful student. | | | | well-prepared for various types of academic work. |
| It is imperative that you work with your child when it | | | | Before your child goes to bed, have him pack his own |
| comes to getting into the habit of using to do lists. Train | | | | school bag to make sure that all his assignments and |
| them to use this to keep track of assignments, | | | | materials are where they need to be. Have him |
| household chores, and reminders about what materials | | | | prepare the clothes he'll be wearing the next day. This |
| they need for class. | | | | will cut down the time your child needs to get ready in |
| Have your child keep a small pad or notebook for | | | | the morning. This way you won't have to rush, and |
| listing these things. Once each task is accomplished, | | | | your child can avoid instances of leaving behind |
| have them cross it off the list. Looking at a completed | | | | important things for school. |
| list will instill a strong sense of accomplishment in your | | | | And last but not the least, encourage your child to sort |
| child. This will also help them realize the value of | | | | through his things on a weekly basis. This helps them |
| prioritizing tasks. | | | | avoid accumulating unnecessary clutter. |