Creating tasks with a focus on students’ autonomy—by providing choices, for example—helps them see the relevance of homework.

Homework helps your child consolidate their knowledge, which can make it easier for them to keep up with work in lessons. It can also help your child feel more confident, and allow them to be able to ...

Student work posted in an elementary school before the pandemic shows the “partial product” method of solving a multiplication problem, one of many methods students have learned with Common Core.

You can explain to them the science of habits—and how to use it to set themselves up for success. Here’s something I wrote about the topic for Character Lab as a Tip of the Week: “I promise you, Mrs.

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A balanced amount of homework helps you build skills, but too much can leave you feeling burned out. It’s important to notice when homework is starting to take a toll on your well-being. If you’re ...

Why do we need to do homework when we already spend all day in school? – Grace, aged nine, Belfast If you’ve ever stared at your homework feeling stuck, you’re not alone. Many children say it makes ...