Tackling Homework

If your child does not start doing his/her homework until the last minute, you may think he/she is being plain lazy or defiant. But maybe he/she does encounter some difficulty to get started or perhaps he/she has problems with the concept of time. Some kids think the “due date” is the day they’re supposed to “do” the project.

These ideas may help to make homework time a little less frustrating:

 

  • Have him/her set a goal on how mush to do for the assignment before he begins.
  • Help him/her start on the homework to make sure he/she understands what is expected.
  • Set a timer for a certain amount of time to help him/her get a sense of how long things take.
  • Teach him/her to handbook so he/she can note down and plan when to do the assignments and their due dates.

Working on His/ Her Own

If it seems that your child never gets anything done unless when you’re sitting next to him/her, it maybe because he/she is unsure or does not want to make any mistake. Or perhaps he/she needs a little extra help to get focused.

Try these methods:

  • Ask him/her to tell you what he thinks will be easy and what will be hard before starting.
  • Do the first sentence or problem together to give an example to refer to.
  • Watch him/her do the next part of the assignment to make sure your child really knows what to do.
  • Check the work at regular intervals so he/she cannot get too far off track or become distracted.

Talking Together

Sometimes you may feel that you cannot stand your child’s frustrating behaviours for another moment. But that is precisely when you most need to remain calm and avoid power struggles.

Here are some tips for communicating:

  • Set aside time to talk, listen and give your full attention when he/she speaks.
  • Always ask “What is going on?” rather than “Why are you acting that way?”
  • Mention the reward he/she will get when he/she finishes rather than what will happen to him/her if he/she doesn’t.
  • Suggest or tell your child slowly on thing you both agree to help him/her to improve.

Try to keep feelings separate and control them when you are dealing with your young kids. If tempers get heated, stop for a while and continue another time. Learn to take deep breath and leet all the blood flows thru your body first. Listen first & speak slowly will help in dealing with your emotions. By involving your child in this process, you not only correct his/her bad behavior but also teach them skill for their future.

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