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August 26, 2016

Healthy Homework Habits

With most schools back in session by now, homework assignments are becoming a regular part of the evening for students. Now is a great time to establish some good routines around homework. The American Academy of Pediatrics has great tips to help children ages 6-12 develop healthy homework habits. Regular time The time may vary […]

WRITTEN BY: Shannon Carter, Extension Educator, Family & Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Fairfield County.

REVIEWED BY: Melinda Hill, Extension Educator, Family & Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Wayne County

SOURCES:

  • American Academy of Pediatrics. Developing Good Homework Habits. 2015. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/gradeschool/school/Pages/Developing-Good-Homework-Habits.aspx
  • American Academy of Pediatrics. Homework and Developing Responsibility. 2015. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/gradeschool/school/Pages/Homework-and-Developing-Responsibility.aspx

Categories: Mind and Body
Tags: Homework, school, stress

August 30, 2010

Early Reading is Key to Success in Later Life (Part 1)

A recent report from the Annie E Casey Foundation highlights the importance of reading, especially in the early years of life.  Though we have known for a while how important early reading is, their findings show highlight the importance for a child to be reading proficiently by the end of the third grade.  Children who […]

Categories: Family and Relationships
Tags: children, Homework, Parenting, reading

September 2, 2009

Helping Children Succeed in School- Con’t

Here are some additional resources as we start the new school year from the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR)… The National Association of School Psychologists has a free tip sheet for parents as their children return to school.  Find it here:  http://www.nasponline.org/resources/home_school/b2shandout.aspx Mental Health America (formerly the National Mental Health Association) also has some […]

Categories: Family and Relationships
Tags: communication, Homework, Parenting

August 20, 2009

Helping Your Child Succeed In School- Getting Involved

Other than homework, another way parents can help their children succeed is by getting involved directly with the school.  The more your child’s teacher and school administration are familiar with you, the more likely they are to keep in touch with you, and keep you aware of how your child is doing in school.  There […]

Categories: Family and Relationships
Tags: communication, Homework, Parenting

August 12, 2009

Helping Your Child Succeed in School – Homework

***Reminder that our contest for a $25 gift card to Buckeye Corner will be open until Sunday Aug 16th.  Go to the “Share your Idea” post and make a comment about keeping your family healthy to win**** This is a time that many parents look forward to, and many kids dread: Going back to school.  […]

Categories: Family and Relationships
Tags: Homework, Parenting

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