Five Ways to Avoid Homework Hassles

FromMoms Material

Posted 09/10/09 1:58 am EDT | Just For Fun

Topicsacademic, children, homework, issues, kids, parenting, school, study habits, tips


My daughter came home from her first day in 5th grade, WITH HOMEWORK! I was a little surprised but decided it was a good introduction to the new responsibilities for the “big kids” on campus. My daughter said, “Mom, we have to get ready for next year. In middle school we will have a lot of homework!”.


My Schoolyear's Eve Resolutions

FromKeeper of the Cheerios

Posted 09/09/09 8:20 pm EDT | Parenting

Topicshomework, kids, learning, organization, parenting, resolutions, school

JuiceBoxJungle has a funny show (see my sidebar) about Losing It that helps you feel better about yourself as a parent and remember to enjoy those crazy times as well as the calm ones. What better time to remind ourselves of this than the beginning of the busy new school year. Cookie Magazine and the PTA are debuting School Year’s Eve this year to celebrate the start of the new school year and education by encouraging party-throwing and resolution making.