Study/ Homework Skills

Resources for parents on how to help kids with homework, tests, and studying. For kid-friendly websites and homework help, see our 'Inspire' section.

Kids and Research: 'Where Do I Start?"

Teen Laptop Researchby Angie Wilcock     If you have a son or daughter who spends an enormous amount of time sitting in front of the computer, scrolling through what appears to be millions of websites to find ONE piece of relevant information for an assignment... you are not alone!  ...read more »

Book: Assignment and Research Skills Handbook

Skills Handbook

This clear and concise Skills Handbook is aimed at helping students in Years 6-8 to plan, research and complete their school assignments and projects. It is structured to show students how to:

 

•Read their assignment and define exactly what they have been asked to do.

•Break down their assignment or task into smaller and more manageable ‘chunks’ and then create a work plan to complete all work by the due date.  ...read more »

How to Help Your Kids Through Exams

Studying for Examby Tahlia Mandie, Direction Exploring     It is that time of year again when exam time is fast approaching. You remember like it was only yesterday that your child was starting school, dressed so proudly in their new school uniform. And now, the daunting new era of finishing school and embarking on the next chapter of life is all too close.  ...read more »

'I'll Start Tomorrow': Beating Procrastination

Tired of Homeworkby Angie Wilcock, High Hopes     How many times have you asked your son or daughter, "When are you going to make a start on that assignment you've been putting off?" If the answer is "Never", then you are very rare indeed and your children are super-motivated!  ...read more »

Supporting Your Child When s/he Falls Behind

Boy Homework Confusedby Dr. Patricia Porter     All parents worry about their child falling behind in class, not being able to keep up with the other children, not getting good grades.  But many parents don’t know what they can do to help their child get back on track quickly and easily.  ...read more »

Time Management for Kids and Parents

Time Managementby Mathew Green     'Things which matter most must never be at the mercy of things that matter least.’ Goethe.  Time management is so important. Life is pretty busy, we have so many things to do and so many people to see that we are often left feeling stressed and overwhelmed.  ...read more »

Student Edge

Student Edge provides students with free access to online student services information including health and wellbeing, study and career tools. It also engages students with membership rewards, including a host of exclusive big brand discounts.  ...read more »

Book: A Parent's Guide to Scholarship Tests

A Parent's Guide to Scholarship TestsA Parent's Guide to Scholarship Tests
Author: ACER 

 

Preparing, applying and sitting for a scholarship test can be gruelling and competitive process for the child and the childs parents, and the disappointment of not being awarded a scholarship can be demoralising and disappointing.  ...read more »

Need a Study Break to Refresh? Maybe Not!

October 2010     It could happen to students cramming for exams, people working long hours or just about anyone burning the candle at both ends: Something tells you to take a break. Watch some TV. Have a candy bar. Goof off, tune out for a bit and come back to the task at hand when you're feeling better. After all, you're physically exhausted.  ...read more »

Success in Maths Adds to Social Status

August 2010     Students’ attitudes to mathematics can determine their success or failure, and ultimately their social status as adults, according to emeritus professor of the philosophy of mathematics education at Exeter University in the United Kingdom Paul Ernest.  ...read more »

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