Welcome To all parents, friends and caregivers Thank you for attending this presentation. At what age should homework be compulsory?

Homework should be compulsory during the early years of prep. What is homework? Positive effects of homework at a young age? How long should be spent on homework during prep? What types of homework are children in prep expected to complete?

What is homework? Important link between school and home Assigned by teachers Encourages communication between teachers, parents and children Extends children’s academic skills and development. Establishers good study habits, concentration and self discipline.

Positive effects on homework Communication Problem solving skills Basic literacy & numeracy skills Positive schooling behaviors, character building, independence Priortising time management skills Imagion 10, James 8 (Autistic) & Mathew 5 (prep) in video describing their thoughts on homework.

How long should be spent doing homework during prep? “Parents take a more involved role with homework when their children are younger” (cooper et.al,2000) Year 1 and 2: up to 12 minutes per day of basic curricular activities Excluding weekends and school holidays.

What types of homework are children in prep expected to complete? Simple spelling words Mathematical worksheets Problem solving activities Basic reading Borrowing Library books Assisting in cooking dinner Making paper airplanes