Yours kids on homework
From Salon -- Homework is Wrecking Our Kids. The title may be a bit melodramatic, but important data here nonetheless about the destructiveness of homework. It's more than just pointless at the elementary school level, it's a net loss. "Non-academic priorities (good sleep, family relationships and active playtime) are vital for balance and well-being. They also directly impact a child’s memory, focus, behavior and learning potential. Elementary lessons are reinforced every day in school. After-school time is precious for the rest of the child."
I saw this yesterday and almost sent it to you!! I knew you would appreciate it. Same wavelength :)
ReplyDeleteHolly! Yes - same wavelength! And lots of good signs lately re: curbing the runaway high-stakes testing campaigns, too.
ReplyDeleteWow. So true! And once you get to middle school/high school, it seems to spiral out of control. You can have all of your teachers pile you down with homework so that all you're doing is homework.
ReplyDeleteI remember finding it so grueling in middle and high school more than more than 20 years ago! It's hard to imagine that it's gotten even worse.
ReplyDeleteHere's another article- http://time.com/4250968/why-parents-should-not-make-kids-do-homework/?xid=newsletter-brief
ReplyDeleteThanks Holly I will check it out now.
ReplyDeleteI hope this sensible approach catches on! Thanks for the link.
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome...thank you for your interest Gretchen.
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