First you need to know how your kids learn so the very first thing you want to do is a simple learning assessment. A learning assessment asks a series of questions that you and/or your child can answer that will lead you to what their learning style is and what steps you can take to assist them in maximizing that learning style. We've included a few links for some learning assessments that you can use.
Create a great study space according to their learning style and needs. Remember all students don't require a quiet space to study some need a little white noise to help keep them focused. Make sure it is a clean space that is available to them at all times. Whatever works best for your child and makes sense is what you want to stick with.
Use agendas or calendars. Most elementary and middle schools have school issued agendas if these are available and meet your child's needs please feel free to use them however, if they don't give you what you want or need make sure you find one that does. They can be purchased from any parent teacher store or office supply store and if those don't meet your needs create your own using a template from online sources. If your kids are younger feel free to allow the teacher to assist with completing agendas and having you sign them but if they are older allow them to have the responsibility of completing the agenda daily. If it's a full calendar have them incorporate study time and homework time.
Make sure they have a bed time. A lot of times we get a little relaxed on bed times as kids get older however they still require a specific amount of sleep. Children in elementary and middle school need between 10-11 hours of sleep per night and high school students require about 9 hours of sleep.
So take the steps above and help your children meet the goal of better time management in 2015.
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