Does "Study for a Test" Mean No Homework?
Some students think the word "study for a test or quiz" means
no homework. Check with your children about when tests are coming up. Often
teachers follow a pattern for test and quiz giving. You need to instill
in your children what studying means when they are young so that they'll
develop good patterns for studying for tests and quizzes.
Does "Work on your long term project" Mean No Homework?
Long-term projects such as reports, book talks, and term papers often
mean no homework to some children in the days and weeks before the assignment
is due. Then all of the sudden they say something like this to you, "Mom
and Dad, I have a presentation on the solar system tomorrow and I need
to get 25 more moons for my diorama and . . . .
Check with your children about upcoming projects and writing as you
work with them to learn to manage their time. Creating a homework calendar
might be a good idea.
