Children may feel that they have given their effort to attend during school and that attending to homework after school is beyond their capabilities. Children do best with homework when parents and teachers anticipate circumstances that may be troublesome and plan positive ways to circumvent homework difficulties.
Homework becomes increasingly important during a child's educational career.
In the elementary years homework helps students develop good study and learning habits that are important as they progress through the grades. In middle and high school, homework increasingly influences academic achievement, providing an opportunity to practice skills and strategies and to review information that has been taught in class. Children may be aware of how important homework is for success in school, yet somehow their intentions do not quite connect with their actions. When children have difficulties completing or turning in homework, parents and teachers need to communicate and develop proactive homework strategies. When the new school year begins, parents, students and teachers need to establish an understanding of homework policies and expectations.