NEW YORK -- For many children, the first day of school doesn't only mean new teachers and new friends - it can also be a source of anxiety with homework assignments and tests just around the corner.

As a parent, it’s tough to see your child struggle with homework, and, of course, you feel the need to help. However, helping your child too much can make them dependent on you, so it’s important to ...

Transitioning from summer fun to a structured school year requires specific organizational systems. A dedicated drop zone at the entrance keeps backpacks and shoes from taking over the house. Command ...

Homework can be challenging for all children, but for students with autism, it can be challenging. It is common for children with autism to have difficulties with executive functioning abilities, ...

Rule 1: Establish routines in your home and family life: Children who are expected to start their homework at a given time (right after school, before dinner or after dinner), have a dedicated, quiet ...

Harris Cooper, professor of psychology at Duke, reviewed more than 60 studies regarding the amount of time a child might do homework to achieve the optimal results. In a paper, published in 2006, he ...