Chicago Public Schools are back in session, but many students in our area started weeks ago and the homework is already starting. Author and parenting expert Donna Bozzo joined ABC7 Chicago in the ...

The start of a new school year typically marks the dreaded return of homework for students and parents. Brittney Schrick, extension family life specialist and associate professor for the University of ...

When a new school year begins, most teachers don’t wait long before they begin scheduling tests, and assigning loads of homework and reading assignments. Here are three tips for helping kids stay on ...

Ah, homework… We survived it as kids, only for it to come back to haunt us as parents! Sure, it’s not ours to do – but any ensuing drama lands squarely in our laps. And thankfully, we now have many ...

In recent years, homework has become a very hot topic. Many parents and educators have raised concerns about homework and questioned how effective it is in enhancing students’ learning. There are also ...

The amount of homework assigned these days can be ridiculous. If the homework assigned is excessive, or if the content is too difficult for a child's capabilities, homework effectiveness can backfire- ...

Ever come home from school and wonder if all that homework is really making a difference, or just adding to your stress? The truth is, teachers and parents have a lot of different opinions about ...