Laying the foundation for a supportive home involves providing the right environment. Some parents worry that too much structure can harm a child's development while others are concerned about being too lax and not providing adequate guidance. Structuring your children's every waking minute while you frantically cart them to extra-curricular activities is likely to be counterproductive. These children often feel overloaded, unmotivated, or depressed. On the other hand, households that lack structure and positive encouragement tend to produce disorganized or unmotivated students.
Moderation is the key to ensuring a balanced structure.
One of the best ways to make homework a positive experience for you and your child is to apply the principles of organization and structure. Tips for Battling the Homework Wars Help your child develop a work area. Children usually do better when they have a private study area away from interruption. Some children prefer to work at the kitchen table. If so, make the kitchen off-limits to other family members during study time.