Disorganization, daydreaming, distractions, and more. Our kids have a lot to overcome before they even begin homework. Make it easier on your child with these brilliant ideas.
— and ends up doing the whole thing in a mad rush the night before it's due. As a parent, you need to help Penny understand time in a more concrete way. Try using a simple reward system to motivate your child to complete small parts of the project.
The first time, gently call his attention to his distraction and say, “You’re working on number 5 of your math worksheet right now.” David will start again, and the next time you see him drifting, try again: “This is your second reminder; I’m only going to give you one more.” If you see him drifting off again, “You just have two more problems! This is the last reminder I’m going to give you, so finish up as best you can.
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