I do not assign traditional homework. Instead, I encourage parents to stay engaged with and take an interest in what their child is doing at school each day. Research consistently shows there isn't a positive correlation between homework and achievement at the elementary level — but beyond the research, my classroom is already highly structured with very little "down time" built in.
Because of that, I encourage families to use home time for rest, relaxation, reading for fun, and exploring other learning tools we simply don't have time for in class — and there are so many wonderful ones out there! Below, you'll find some of my favorites, along with other resources you might find useful at home.
Create Math Worksheets for Free
Use this website to create skill-specific math pages for students.
Khan Academy
Lessons are provided through video support and activities can be completed to show understanding.
https://www.khanacademy.org/math
Prodigy
Students can complete math games for free online. Sign up as a ‘New Player’ at:
iXL Math
Practice grade-level tasks through a ton of different activities broken down into very detailed skills
Other Math Websites:
https://pbskids.org/games/math/
https://www.funbrain.com/math-zone
Teach your Monster to Read
For students working on letter names, sounds, words and reading simple sentences. Free when used on the website.
https://www.teachyourmonstertoread.com/
Epic
Access to free books until 4:00 PM each day. Classcode on student login sheet.
Scholastic At Home Learning:
Support and information for reading at home:
https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.htm
Stories Read Aloud Online
After listening to a story being read aloud, complete one of the graphic graphic organizers.
https://www.storylineonline.net/
Other Reading Websites:
https://www.highlightskids.com/activities
https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/