Do algebra problems 15 to 25. Read pages 12 to 20 of the Shakespeare play, and when you're finished with that, don't forget to fill in the missing chemical symbols on the Periodic Table worksheet.

Sound like a roster of your homework for the next few nights — or maybe even just for tonight? Homework is a major part of going to school: It's your teachers' way of evaluating how much you understand of what's going on in class, and it helps reinforce important concepts.

Create a Homework Plan

Luckily, there are several things you can do to make homework less work. Here are some solutions to help you cope with your too-much-homework-a-day dilemma. (:

• First, be sure you understand the assignment. Write it down in your student diary if you need to, and don't be afraid to ask questions about what's expected. It's much easier to take a minute to ask the teacher during or after class than to struggle to remember later that night!

• Second, use any extra time you have in school to work on your homework. Many schools have library that are specifically designed to allow students to study or get homework done. It's tempting to hang out with friends during study periods or unstructured time, but the more work you can get done in school, the less you'll have to do that night.

• Third, pace yourself. If you don't finish your homework during school, think about how much you have left and what else is going on that day, and then budget your time. Most secondary students have between 1 and 3 hours of homework a night. If it's a heavy homework day and it seems like you've got an assignment in every subject, you'll need to devote more time to homework. It's a good idea to come up with some kind of homework schedule, especially if you are involved in sports or activities.

Labels: TEENAGE

Do algebra problems 15 to 25. Read pages 12 to 20 of the Shakespeare play, and when you're finished with that, don't forget to fill in the missing chemical symbols on the Periodic Table worksheet.

Sound like a roster of your homework for the next few nights — or maybe even just for tonight? Homework is a major part of going to school: It's your teachers' way of evaluating how much you understand of what's going on in class, and it helps reinforce important concepts.

Create a Homework Plan

Luckily, there are several things you can do to make homework less work. Here are some solutions to help you cope with your too-much-homework-a-day dilemma. (:

• First, be sure you understand the assignment. Write it down in your student diary if you need to, and don't be afraid to ask questions about what's expected. It's much easier to take a minute to ask the teacher during or after class than to struggle to remember later that night!

• Second, use any extra time you have in school to work on your homework. Many schools have library that are specifically designed to allow students to study or get homework done. It's tempting to hang out with friends during study periods or unstructured time, but the more work you can get done in school, the less you'll have to do that night.

• Third, pace yourself. If you don't finish your homework during school, think about how much you have left and what else is going on that day, and then budget your time. Most secondary students have between 1 and 3 hours of homework a night. If it's a heavy homework day and it seems like you've got an assignment in every subject, you'll need to devote more time to homework. It's a good idea to come up with some kind of homework schedule, especially if you are involved in sports or activities.

Labels: TEENAGE