Do your children consistently make excuses for not doing their homework? If so, you are not the only one. Many parents struggle and often lack the skills to effectively deal with this and motivate their children to do their homework. These skills are not that difficult to learn.
According to, education specialist at Mindsahead Math and Reading Centers, there are few motivation skills that parents can learn to make homework time easier:
1. Set up a study area in your home i.e a place that is quiet, well lit, and free from distractions.
2. Set up a daily homework time, preferably try the same time each day—if possible, before or after dinner.
3. Motivate children to do homework on their own. Read assignments together, provide some examples and help them organize. Help with the assignment only after the child attempts it on their own.
4. Praise your child. Praising effort and not perfection will always cheer up your children. Tell them the things you like about what they are doing—or have done. For children to succeed, parents must convey a message that they have confidence in them.
5. Choose a gift that the child will appreciate and love, in the form of stickers, a special treat, or one-on-one time with parents.
6. Communicate assertively and tell your children that you expect them to do their homework on their own. Repeat your expectations in a clear, firm voice. Let them know the consequences which include failing grades for not completing homework. Consider taking away privileges like mobile, television or computer time if they do not comply.
Through setting goals, positive parenting and effective communication, parents can help motivate their children to take homework very seriously, develop skills, and benefit from the discipline that homework provides, such as hard work, perseverance and the confidence to overcome challenges.
For more information, visit www.mindsahead.com.
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