Be available when your child is doing homework, so that you can answer a question if there is confusion. If possible, it is better for you to be in another room, so you are easily accessible and yet not a distraction. Look over the homework when it is completed. Do not correct it unless you have checked with the teacher. Seeing the pattern of errors is often helpful to a teacher.
Study groups are often a good strategy.
Your child may benefit from studying with one or two classmates. However, make sure they are using the time to study. Courtesy of the Schwab Foundation for Learning . Any interested person or organization may copy or reprint portions of this article provided such copy may not be sold or otherwise used for commercial purposes and any such copy must contain the above stated copyright notice. Back to Experts' Advice Check out the Support Message Board in Peer Perspectives and see what other parents are talking about.