30 Minutes of Homework...
How long does it really take for your child to do a half-hour of homework? You might be surprised (or not!) by how fast time flies.
YOUR CHILD |
THE EXCUSE |
THE HOMEWORK |
YOU |
|
| 7:00 |
Playing | “I’m almost through.” |
Not done |
 |
| 7:10 |
Getting a snack |
“I got hungry.” | Not done |
|
| 7:20 |
Wandering |
“Can’t find my backpack.” |
Not done |
|
| 7:30 |
Texting |
“Can’t remember the assignment.” |
Not done |
 |
| 7:40 |
Doodling |
“I’m thinking.” | Not done |
|
| 7:50 |
Giggling with sister |
“She started it.” | Not done |
|
| 8:00 |
Getting a drink |
“I’m thirsty.” | Not done |
 |
| 8:10 |
Sighing loudly |
“I don’t get it.” | Under way |
|
| 8:20 |
Missing |
“I’m looking for a pencil.” |
Partly done |
 |
| 8:30 | Working |
None | Getting there |
|
| 8:40 | Watching TV |
“I needed a break.” |
More to do |
|
| 8:50 | Working |
None | Still more to do |
|
| 9:00 |
Bedtime |
None | Done |
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