The right setup turns after-school chaos into focused, low-stress study time. Try these small changes to your space and ...

Rule 1: Establish routines in your home and family life: Children who are expected to start their homework at a given time (right after school, before dinner or after dinner), have a dedicated, quiet ...

Harris Cooper, professor of psychology at Duke, reviewed more than 60 studies regarding the amount of time a child might do homework to achieve the optimal results. In a paper, published in 2006, he ...

When it comes to bedtimes and homework, pediatrician Dr. Felicia Workeneh said a student’s success might boil down to one thing: a set routine. But that routine should start long before school begins.

Back to school can be a difficult transition for many families, but even more challenging for some is the return to homework — for both kids and parents. A new survey from Office Depot finds that ...

Homework can be challenging for all children, but for students with autism, it can be challenging. It is common for children with autism to have difficulties with executive functioning abilities, ...

Transitioning from summer fun to a structured school year requires specific organizational systems. A dedicated drop zone at the entrance keeps backpacks and shoes from taking over the house. Command ...

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