HOMEWORK

Homework will be planned and designed by the classroom teacher and information will be provided at Open House and in letters to parents at the beginning of the school year.

The following suggested tips for parents concerning homework:

• Set aside a time and place everyday for homework
• To reduce frustration, set a reasonable time limit for your child to complete homework.
• Encourage and assist with understanding instructions, BUT under no circumstances should the parent do the homework for the child.
• Set up a conference with the teacher early in the year concerning any questions about homework.
• It’s alright to let your child struggle with homework, it builds perseverance and self-esteem.  Do not step in to assist too quickly or too often.

**Copy the links into your address bar to play fun learning games or great programs that will make life easier.  If you have a great web site that you would like to share please email it to me at Smith1S@stlucie.k12.fl.us.  I am always looking for great fun, productive, or educational sites.

All NEW sites have been added for you to explore.  From creating your own video podcast to teaching your child how to read.  Fun and games are available for all ages. 

TIP:  Have your child share one thing he/she learned from the web site.  You can have them share it orally or have them write about it.  This helps build comprehension, verbal and written skills!  Then display their work on the front of the refrigerator.