FamilyEducation.com has some pointers to how you can help get your child organized:
- Use checklists.? Use checklists to post assignments, household chores, and reminders about what materials to bring to class.
- Organize homework assignments. ?Before beginning a homework session, encourage your child to number assignments in the order in which they should be done.
- Designate a study space.? Your child should study in the same place every night.
- Set a designated study time.? The best time is usually not right after school — most children benefit from time to unwind first. Include your child in making this decision.
- Keep organized notebooks.? Help your child keep track of papers by organizing them in a binder or notebook.
- Conduct a weekly cleanup.? Encourage your child to sort through book bags and notebooks on a weekly basis.
- Create a household schedule.? Try to establish and stick to a regular dinnertime and a regular bedtime.
- Keep a master calendar.? Note dates when your child has big exams or due dates for projects.
- Prepare for the day ahead. Cut down on morning confusion and allow your child to prepare quickly for the day ahead.
- Provide needed support while your child is learning to become more organized.? Help your child develop organizational skills by photocopying checklists and schedules and taping them to the refrigerator. Gently remind her about filling in calendar dates and keeping papers and materials organized. Most important, set a good example.
