Helping Your Kids with Homework!Tips from the NYC childcare professionals at Penelope’s People, a New York nanny agency

Intro

It’s no secret that kids don’t like doing homework. However, homework is an important part of a child’s education. As a parent, it’s crucial to help your children with their work outside of school. This slideshow has some tips for homework that we’ve found helpful.

Create a Routine● Set aside a specific time each day for your children to do their homework.

If they get used to a routine, they’ll be less likely to argue about when to start their homework.

● When your children are doing their homework, use that time to do your homework (for example, you could check and respond to emails or pay some bills)

Don’t Go Overboard● While it’s good to help your children with their homework, it’s important to

let them do most of the work on their own. That’s the only way to make sure that they’re learning!

● If your children are struggling with their homework, don’t give them the answers. Explain to them how they can find the answers (by looking through their textbooks for example).

Enlist Help When Necessary!● If you’re not great at math, ask your spouse if they can help your child with

their math homework. If necessary, look into finding a tutor.● Need help around the house so you can devote more time to helping your

children with their studies? Check out the help available from NYC babysitter and nanny agency Penelope’s People at www.PenelopesPeople.com!