Post Written by Glenn Wallace:
Contact Glenn @ glennwallace@ymail.com
Another tip for homework success is to make sure there’s time and space set aside for your student to get studying done.
Especially for younger children, the message from many education specialists is simple, read to your child. The more you read to young children, the faster they pick up reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary. Also, it increases the chance that the child will learn to enjoy and appreciate reading on their own!
Many school districts are now assigning at least 20 minutes of reading a night (with a parent or on their own) as the primary and often the only form of homework for elementary students.
As students enter high school, they are expected to be able to read, understand and relay complex ideas. Encourage them to read and write about topics they’re interested in. Engage in debates about know and care about to strengthen critical thinking. Nudge teens to take on speaking tasks at family gatherings and social events for public speaking practice.
Resources:
- The nearest Pikes Peak Library District branch location is always a good idea. Giving the student a regular opportunity to pick out the next book they want to read is a wonderful way to empower them to seek out their own interests. Website: https://ppld.org/
- Another free book program is the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Website: https://imaginationlibrary.com/
- FreeRice is a free web game that tests your vocabulary. Every right answer earns 10 grains of rice to the World Food Program. Website: https://freerice.com/categories/english-vocabulary
