Our kids have really long days. By sheer scheduling necessity, they’re often at school before we’re at work and they’re still there while we rush home to pick them up. Then they’ve got Girl Scouts or ...

Homework was probably first assigned the first time a teacher was frustrated that students weren’t learning enough—and that's probably when civilization began. Since then, legions of kids have pleaded ...

I will do anything for my children, and whatever it is, I do my very best to fulfill their needs. But one thing that I routinely refuse to do is their homework. Now, if they ask for help, I don't deny ...

Experts warn against ‘quick fix’ solutions, as the struggle is necessary and helpful Do you find it tempting to help your child as they struggle with their homework? Too much of it can hinder several ...

Most every family has some form of the homework wars.Kids who are bored by it, or just hate doing it. Parents who think their kids get too much of it, and those who argue there’s not enough. Kids who ...

Kids love having a routine, so set up your child’s schedule to include homework time. This will establish the expectation that part of the evening will be spent on studies. Keep in mind your family’s ...

Back to school can be a difficult transition for many families, but even more challenging for some is the return to homework — for both kids and parents. A new survey from Office Depot finds that ...

“I just don’t have the energy at the end of the work day to crack the books with my kid. Isn’t that what we pay teachers to do?” “I just don’t have the energy at the end of the work day to crack the ...

5 parenting hacks to support homework without crushing your child’s spirit: Supporting a child's homework journey involves fostering autonomy and open communication, rather than exerting control.