• Title Page

• Foreword

• Homework: A Concern for the Whole Family

• The Basics
  • Why Do Teachers Assign Homework?
  • Does Homework Help Children Learn?
  • What's the Right Amount of Homework?

• How to Help: Show That You Think Education and Homework Are Important
  • Set a Regular Time for Homework
  • Pick a Place
  • Remove Distractions
  • Provide Supplies and Identify Resources
  • Set a Good Example
  • Be Interested and Interesting

• How to Help: Monitor Assignments
  • Ask about the School's Homework Policy
  • Be Available
  • Look over Completed Assignments
  • Monitor Time Spend Viewing TV and Playing Video Games

• How to Help: Provide Guidance
  • Help Your Child Get Organized
  • Encourage Good Study Habits
  • Talk about the Assignments
  • Watch for Frustration
  • Give Praise

• How to Help: Talk with Teachers to Resolve Problems
  • Tell the Teacher about Your Concerns
  • Work with the Teacher

• Resources

• Federal Sources of Assistance

• Acknowledgements

• Checklist

• No Child Left Behind

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