Mr. Elkins--6th Grade Math TeacherWeb Update How Parents Can Help

UPDATE: \| Last Update: 6/13 \| Weekly Update \| Calendar \| Homework \| Need to contact me? \| Announcements \| Math Links \| How Parents Can Help \| Grading Policy \| Homework Policy \| *Unit Review worksheets \| UpdateIndex \| Help

VIEW: Home \| Last Update: 6/13 \| Weekly Update \| Calendar \| Homework \| Need to contact me? \| Announcements \| Math Links \| How Parents Can Help \| Grading Policy \| Homework Policy \| *Unit Review worksheets

Update How Parents Can Help If you have previously made changes to this page, in this Internet session, you may have to click on your Reload/Refresh button to see those changes reflected below and to preserve those changes as you make new changes.
small medium large PARENTS OFTEN ASK How can I help my child with math homework? Caregivers can help children with math homework in a variety of ways: -Find a good place to do homework; gather materials that may be needed and make sure the lighting is good. -Help prioritize tasks. Occasionally check on progress and help with time management. Suggest a break when it's needed. Help your child refocus when he or she becomes distracted. Set time limits--Bedtime is important too. -You don't have to have all of the answers. Use the student reference book and notes from class. Most parents assume that helping means explaining procedures or concepts. -Ask these questions: -"Do you understand what the question is asking?" -"How do you think you might start this problem?" -"Have you seen a problem like this before?" -"Can you show me a simpler problem like this one that might give us a clue as to how to begin? -"As you write on your paper, share out loud for me what you're thinking." -"Does your answer sound reasonable? How do you know?" -Show positive support. Don't show your fear of math (if you have it). -Don't let homework interfere with your relationship with your child. Talk with your child's teacher when difficulties arise. Asking for information has two advantages: First, you can clear up misunderstandings about the assignments and your role. Second, you let the teacher know that you are involved and supportive. Preparing for Tests -Help your child stay up to date with his/her work. All absent work needs to be made up. At least 2 nights before the test (or quiz) -Gather together your packet and journal. -Scan the material on the quiz or test. -Go over notes you have taken. -Go over the examples in your packet. Redo them. -Study all formulas and definitions. Make flash cards to help you study. -Redo problems from the journal and check your work with the correct answers in your journal. -Use your review cards or make a mock test (for a test). -Go over any section(s) that give you trouble. -Remember to write down any questions or problems that you do not feel confident about and ask in class the next day. -USE YOUR REFERENCE BOOK FOR EXTRA HELP! Completing Tests: -Be prepared with pencils, erasers, and any other material you need. -Stay calm. -Before you start the test, close your eyes and take a few breaths. -Pay close attention to your teacher's directions. -Read ALL directions on the test yourself. -Reach each question carefully. -Take a short time to look over the entire test before you begin working. Get a picture of the whole test. -Work on the problems you are sure of first. Then go back and work on the other problems. -Leave a problem you don't know how to do. Work quickly but don't rush. Come back to the items not answered when you've finished the rest of the test. -Identify what operation(s) is(are) needed to solve the problem. -Don't forget to watch decimal points. -Reduce fractions to lowest terms when expected. -Estimate your answer as you work your problem. Use this as a means to check your work. -Take all shortcuts possible to save time. -Underline the information needed to solve a word problem. -Make a diagram, picture, or graph to figure out what the problem asks. -All tests are to be returned signed and with corrections attached showing all work.
Password:	Forgot your password?

Mr. Elkins--6th Grade Math

Update How Parents Can Help

© 2000-2008 TeacherWeb.com