We already discussed creating a specified homework station, but we have yet to talk about the importance of scheduling homework into the daily routine.
Do your kids play sports?
Do your kids participate in drama?
Do your kids participate in...?
You can fill in the blank with almost anything!
Children need structure. Having an organized schedule is a great way to incorpate structure into the life of your child. How many of your kids have missed a sporting event or play rehearsal? Chances are the answer is not many! I wonder why?
Extra curricular events have a designated spot in our daily regime. Homework should be just as important!
I am not saying to cut the extra stuff out of your life! It is important to schedule around our everyday activities. Each week get a calendar and write down all of the extra curricular obligations for the week. Where there is "free time" you should schedule HW time. How much time varies per child. It is important that you understand your child's needs. Once you create the schedule for the week, it is important that you help you child follow it. It doesn't make sense to schedule HW time if there is no follow through. Younger children may need more parent/guardian involvement to develop time management skills
Sometimes this is easier said than done! Life is crazy at times, but keeping to the schedule is important.
Check out my QCAP workshop on 2/15!
Have a safe weekend,
EC
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