Same Homework, New Plan: How to Help Your Kid Sit Down And Get It Done

by Sally G. Hoyle

"Presents tips and techniques to help parents teach their children ages 7-15 to manage homework better in the short term and become more organized, independent learners in the long term. Special emphasis on children whose homework problems are due to ADHD or executive function problems. Includes information on outside resources and working with schools and administrators"--Provided by publisher.

128 pages, Paperback

First published February 25, 2006

Reviews

[Marissa Morrison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Imagine if you were a kid, and your family supplied a quiet room with a desk that was stocked with brightly colored office supplies, including Post-It flags, highlighters, binders and folders. You'd feel ready to tackle any project your teachers threw your way! This is one of many great ideas Hoyle has for parents.

Hoyle also has a bunch of terrific recommendations for teachers, including acknowledging how kids feel about homework, starting an afternoon homework club, publishing a calendar of assignments at the start of the week, and offering one get-out-of-homework-free pass to each student per term.

This book includes lists of additional books (for kids and for adults) as well as online resources about managing the work and stress of homework.