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Creating a Stress-Free Homework Routine
Homework is often attributed as one of the major causes of stress for many students, whether it’s to prepare for an exam or to catch up with the deadlines for different projects. Oftentimes, because of many different factors, it’s almost as if it’s impossible to avoid the stress the comes with homework. In our previous post, we have highlighted some of the key ways homework helps students. However, it doesn’t mean that homework is entirely off the list of things that contribute to student stress.
As parents, you are always on the lookout for ways to help your child to stay focused on their task and find the healthy balance between homework and other activities such as family commitments or leisure time? If your child doesn’t have an effective homework routine, it can lead to even poorer performance and grades and would defeat the purpose of homework. This can only lead to more stress and frustration from them. This makes it even more important to help them manage homework stress. With this in mind, we have a list of tips to help you and your child create a stress-free and effective homework routine.
1. Create a conducive and welcoming study space
It’s very important for the child to have their own space wherein they can do their homework and study in peace. By creating a work area for them at home, it gives them the place wherein they can also create their homework routine and stick to it. They will get used to the daily routine of homework and it will allow them to complete the tasks at hand without any complications.
It’s also important to put emphasis that their homework and study space should be conducive for doing those activities. Avoid setting them in areas around the house that just about anyone can walk into. Places like the kitchen or living rooms are not conducive for the child’s working space. They need an area they can work in quiet peace and will help them concentrate on their tasks rather than getting distracted every now and then. Additionally, the space should also be welcoming for them. They are already under stress from their homework, they don’t need more.
2. Keep supplies accessible
Distractions come in all forms and shapes, and sometimes small, seemingly non-consequential activities can be overlooked. Parents may not have noticed this but children may spend a few minutes of their time looking for their pencils or other supplies they need before they sit down for their homework. This seems harmless but that also doesn’t include the time they can get into all other sorts of distractions during their search.
Keeping the things they may need for their homework and projects handy and well-stocked will help cut down the time they spend preparing to do their homework. Additionally, it also helps ease their stress after a long day of school. As mentioned before, keeping a conducive study area for your child will help them with their homework and that also includes a complete set of all the materials they may need to get their assignment done on time. Set a file cabinet or organizer in your child’s study space. This will keep all the materials they may need in places such as their pencils, erasers, crayons, rulers, colored pencils, sticky notes, and many more. Keep this in a place that’s accessible for them or right next to their table or work desk. This way, they wouldn’t have to spend those few minutes looking for the materials they need and parents will also have no trouble in finding everything their child needs for their homework or project.
3. Limit screen time
Whether it’s for TV, gaming, or their phones, parents should also have to limit their children’s screen time. It will help them become more organized, spend time with the tasks they need to complete on time, and also avoid them whining and asking for more minutes with their devices. It’s very important to be firm and strict about this rule. This is also why a routine for your child is very important as it will also help them set the time when they can use their devices or watch TV.
They can create a routine chart with all the activities the child has. For example, in the afternoon routine, parents can help their children set up a schedule for snacks after school, doing their homework, and finishing household chores. Only when they have accomplished the tasks for them can they enjoy their screen time. Even when your child gets older, they should also still be involved with household chores. It’s not just for the parents but also for them as it teaches them effective time management and also teaches them the responsibility of everyday simple tasks. The child will have time to do what needs to be done while also still having the time for their leisure.
4. Get homework help when necessary
It’s also not uncommon for students to have struggled with completing their homework. It could be for a variety of reasons that range from not having the confidence to tackle the subjects they are weak at to not being motivated enough to finish the tasks at hand. This can be a cause of concern for parents as homework can still affect their children’s education. Without the right homework support, children may even feel more stressed.
If you are concerned with your child’s performance, it may be beneficial to get homework help for the subjects they are having trouble with. Additionally, not all parents or guardians can also be of help to the students. Some of the subjects or topics may also not be familiar to the adults and so, it can be helpful to receive help from a professional and an expert in the topic.
A good online tutor can easily help with the problem and alleviate any worries the parents and students may have. Home tutors are experts in different fields that are trained to give home tuition to students. They make sure to understand the student’s issues and formulate a plan that would help them overcome their struggles. If the child has certain problems with a topic, a home tutor will be there to provide them with 1-to-1 tuition. Additionally, home tutors aren’t just there to teach them academics. If the child is having trouble with time management or organization, a home tutor can also advise them and teach them techniques to help.
Getting help from a home tutor doesn’t mean that your child is cheating as well. Your child may require the extra time and help they need to understand the lessons they are receiving from school better. This will help improve their grades and also help with a boost in their confidence. With this, it would also allow your child to become more motivated in school.
5. Get plenty of rest
Of course, being on top of your academics is very important for students. However, it’s also very common for students to be overloaded with too much homework and school projects. This can even come to a point wherein they may suffer from academic burnout. Parents can’t also expect their children to immediately dive into their homework and schoolwork the moment they arrive from school. Make sure to also set aside a time for them to do something they enjoy and will provide them with relaxation. This can be any fun activity that will help them also spend time with their friends and family.
And as much as a child should also keep with their homework schedule, they should also keep their sleep schedule. It’s important that they get their much-needed rest and time for them to recharge from the hectic day they had in school. Children from 6-13 years old should be getting around 7-11 hours of sleep while teens should get around 7-10 hours. Getting an ample amount of sleep will ensure that your child has the energy they need to tackle the next school day and the tasks and activities they will also face.
Conclusion
Homework is a part of a student’s academic life and it can be a burden for them if not done on time. It can affect their academic performance as well as their physical and mental health. However, with a well-planned and effective homework routine, a student can get their work done on time and keep their homework stress at bay. Parents should also help with their children by creating a great study space for them wherein they can access their study and homework materials easily. Parents should also limit their children’s screen time and ensure they get the rest they need for the next day. Additionally, it’s never wrong to also ask for homework help from expert home tutors. With the tips above, we hope students and parents get to tackle homework with less frustration and more confidence.
Carelle
Carelle is a teacher who has been through the ups and downs of the teacher and learner life. She wishes for every learner to gain educational satisfaction that will help embody the people they want to be in the future.
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