Monday, August 30, 2010

Good Study and Homework Habits

Now that many of your kids are in school, the real work begins. Start the year off great with some great tips from the AAP . Let us know if you have any other great tips to share with our patients!

Developing Good Study and Homework Habits

  • Create an environment that is conducive to doing homework. Youngsters need a permanent work space in their bedroom or another part of the home that offers privacy.
  • Set aside ample time for homework.
  • Establish a household rule that the TV set stays off during homework time.
  • Supervise computer and internet use.
  • Be available to answer questions and offer assistance, but never do a child's homework for her.
  • Take steps to help alleviate eye fatigue, neck fatigue and brain fatigue while studying. It may be helpful to close the books for a few minutes, stretch, and take a break periodically when it will not be too disruptive.
  • If your child is struggling with a particular subject, and you aren't able to help her yourself, a tutor can be a good solution. Talk it over with your child's teacher first
For complete article http://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/gradeschool/school/pages/Developing-Good-Homework-Habits.aspx

**American Academy of Pediatrics

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