Tag: homework

  • Keep Cool And Carry On (7 Ways To Avoid Melting)

    It’s been unbelievably boiling hot these past few days (total understatement!). It’s really hard to cope and function in this weather and our special children are really suffering. None of us are sleeping and we are all knackered and tired. We are tetchy, irritable and exhausted from the heat. The consequence of this is there…

  • Homework can ruin your weekend

    Homework sucks! It is the bane of our lives and can absolutely ruin everyone’s weekend or make after-school a hugely stressful time. There could be battles, sulks and tears. And for what? Is there any point? Homework  is not part of the National Curriculum so it is not compulsory. A spokesperson for the Department for…

  • What is the point of homework?

    As many of you who follow my ramblings know, I am not a fan of homework. Research has now shown that the actual, tangible benefits of homework for primary aged children is negligible. Put our special children into the mix and I ask again – what is the point? Well I don’t see too many…