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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]  I dread it more than my child. We are supposed to work with our child, correct them a certain way and so forth. Seems like a good idea in theory, but I'm sick of it. I'm sick of the tears if I ask her to re-check something. I did homework myself growing up and my parents never saw it except for when some  teacher eventually informed them I wasn't handing it in. I don't think I even got homework until 3rd grade.[/quote]

How long are you spending on homework and what grade?

Some suggestions based on what we do:

1) Set time limit on homework.  If it is not done by the end of that time, it will not be done.
2) Do homework at the same time everyday.
3) Create a specific workplace for homework.  We have one area for each child in our family room.
4) Minimize distractions. No radio, screens on (unless using Word or other school based software/site), no phone
5) When everyone is doing homework, you do the same ( you have take time to read that book) and be available for questions. Be accessible, but not hovering.
6) If writing is an issue.  Offer to scribe, then have them copy it- either printing/cursive or typing- whichever fits best for their age/ability
7) Use graphic organizers, if the writing issue is about organizing ones thoughts.  tons of free ones available on the internet.
8) Work on keyboarding and math facts over the summer- this helps immensely during the school year.
9) If reading is an issue- have them listen to audio books at their cognitive level and read to you at their reading level.
10)  Allow for phone/internet breaks every 30 minutes if your child suffers from FOMO (fear of missing out) - more in MS and HS

I have two children that have differing special needs and have used all of the above , but the above works for all children.

Homework is a fact.  It will not go away.  [/quote]

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