It’s normal for an elementary school student to do their homework with their parents. Adolescents, on the other hand, should be more autonomous. That said, they still need parental support! The key is to provide them with good strategies and tools.
Young children aren’t the only ones who need boundaries for healthy development. Teens need them too! The difference is, high schoolers are increasingly able to set these limits themselves (or with a little parental guidance).
When it comes to homework, getting your teen to set their own boundaries will keep things running smoothly. For example, you can ask them to do the following:
In high school, assignment deadlines and tests frequently overlap. To keep track of everything and study efficiently, students must learn to manage their time. To help your child learn time management, suggest that they do the following:
One of your roles as a parent is to teach your child how to organize their time—a fundamental skill when it comes to school work. An agenda is one of the most effective tools at your child’s disposal. To make the most of their school agenda, your teen can do the following:
All elementary and high school students should study in an environment conducive to learning. To help your teen do their homework in ideal conditions, suggest the following:
Just because your child is in high school doesn’t mean they no longer need help with their homework. Misunderstood instructions and challenging concepts are just some of the many reasons they might ask for help. At the beginning of each school year, make sure your child knows that they can reach out to any of the following resources:
Your high schooler can also access a range of helpful study tools on the Alloprof website. Encourage your child to create an account to benefit from personalized suggestions based on their educational level.
Writing : Catherine Couturier
Scientific review : Mathieu Labine-Daigneault, orthopédagogue
Rewriting : Alloprof Parents' team