he is in the 2nd grade and despises homework..!!
2006-10-16 10:14:37 · 32 answers · asked by suzy_79jj 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Try it in 15-30 minute increments with a small 'brain break' in between. Your son can look forward to an end in site and after he tries his best and does as much as he can in the time frame, then he can take a 5-10 min break before he starts again.
2006-10-16 10:17:59 · answer #1 · answered by Ms. H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, make it very clear that doing his homework is non-negotiable. Remember that the study / work habits he develops now will be the ones he will have when he's in high school. If he refuses to do homework or lies about not having any, take away privileges (TV, pocket money, whatever will make an impact). On the other hand, you could have a reward system for homework done without a fight - maybe a sticker on a chart for every day he does his work without giving you a hard time first, and when he has a certain number of stickers, he'll get a treat such as trip to the movies or something similar.
2006-10-16 10:20:23 · answer #2 · answered by Liz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all sit down with him while he does it. For kids homework just takes away from their playtime or time with others. If you are there with him he may be more willing to do it. Also, I have discovered that when my son isn't wanting to do his homework it is because he doesn't understand it. This way you can help him understand it.
Make a set time on when homework is to be done... this way he will learn what is expected of him.
Don't make him do homework right after school because he has been couped up in school all day he needs to be able to run off some energy.
It is very important as I'm sure you already know (otherwise you wouldn't be asking for help) to get a handle on this now because if you don't it will only get worse.
2006-10-16 10:26:05 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make it a rule that he does his homework everyday, and then he can go play with his friends. I advise you to be firm, but don't totally blow his head off! Just talk in a calm and soothing voice whilst instructing him to please do his homework for you. Also, post a chart in his room. Draw lines and label everything to make it look like a calender and everyday, if he does his homework, draw a smiley face. If he does not do it and if he refuses to do it, draw an X. At the end of the week, count up how many Xs and smiley faces you have drawn. If there are more smileys than Xs, then treat him to pizza or a toy. If there are more Xs, give him a pleasant little lecture.
2006-10-16 10:18:58 · answer #4 · answered by sPrInG LiLY 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One thing you can do to motivate your son to do homework is find what he is interested in, then incorporate it into the homework if you can. Or use use something he likes to do as a reward during a break time. See if that helps.
2006-10-16 10:43:05 · answer #5 · answered by sweetone 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Set a Time for homework and keep it ...encourage him while he is doing homework praise him too tell him mommy loves her smart little man.....start a point system 5 pts for doing it 0 pts for giving you a hard time..if and only if he gets to 25 pts at the end of the week...well mom how bout a sundae at the icecream shoppe or just you and him going out to dinner or his fav program or he can stay up an extra hour on fridays etc......let him know you care that he is your good boy....give him hugs and kisses tooooo...sureilll
2006-10-16 10:25:09 · answer #6 · answered by COOKIE 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I took the time to do the homework with him. My son enjoyed the time I spent with him and that motivated him to get his homework done. It also showed him that I cared about him completing his homework. Incentives always works. Concentrate on what he can earn instead of what can be taken away.
2006-10-16 10:23:03 · answer #7 · answered by seekleer 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can help your child with his homework by making sure that he has a clear, quiet space in which to work and the necessary supplies, such as pencils and paper. You can also help your child budget his time by setting a consistent time for homework. An ideal homework time for second- and third-graders is after an after-school break and snack, but before they get too tired.
2006-10-16 10:19:18 · answer #8 · answered by RamsGod 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Motivate him through rewards. He is not motivated by grades yet, or just doing it for himself. So provide rewards. Could be time doing something he likes to do. Could be a favorite meal. You are the parent and should know what he is willing to work for. If you can't figure it out., ask him. Realize that it will probably not work for a long time and will have to be switched up.
2006-10-16 10:24:06 · answer #9 · answered by chrismf 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At such a young age, he won't understand that he'll have to live in a box or with you for the rest of his life if he flunks out of school.
Try taking things away from him when he doesn't do his homework or giving him rewards for good grades.
2006-10-16 10:16:31 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋