Homework Purpose Statement |
Value of Time (Approximations) |
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At JCS Innovation Centre La Mesa we believe homework is a communication tool that teaches students' responsibility. Homework assignments will be comprised of independent practice and opportunities for exploration and enrichment.
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The following time approximations are guidelines for daily homework practices and do not include a strong recommendation of regular shared reading in the home.
Kindergarten - 10 minutes 1st Grade - 20 minutes 2nd Grade - 30 minutes 3rd Grade - 30 minutes 4th Grade - 60 minutes 5th Grade - 60 minutes |
The Value of Reading with your CHild
Listening to your child read aloud for at least 20 minutes a day is by far the most effective way to increase your child’s reading skills for children in grades K-3. As your child reads aloud, you can help him/her figure out unknown words, have him/her reread sections when needed and monitor his/her reading fluency. You should ask your child a few general comprehension questions as he/she reads to make sure he/she understands the text.
For students in grades four and higher, parents should monitor their child’s independent reading practice for at least 20-30 minutes a day. The same types of comprehension questions should be asked to make sure the child is actually reading and understanding the text.
Research overwhelmingly shows that the time spent reading is the most important variable related to reading skills. Even an additional 10 minutes a day spent reading can dramatically increase reading levels. The more time your child spends reading, the better reader he/she will become.
The type and level of text are important factors in maximizing your child’s progress. The text should be on a topic your child is interested in. Take the time to find out what types of stories and books your child likes. When your child shows enjoyment for a particular book, look for other books by the same author. Find out what types of informational text your child likes. Is he/she interested in animals, historical events, dinosaurs, space travel, people’s lives, tornadoes, airplanes or current events?
The level of text is also important. Your child should be able to read the text with some assistance from you. The text should be easy enough for your child to enjoy the reading, yet challenging enough that it helps your child grow.
For students in grades four and higher, parents should monitor their child’s independent reading practice for at least 20-30 minutes a day. The same types of comprehension questions should be asked to make sure the child is actually reading and understanding the text.
Research overwhelmingly shows that the time spent reading is the most important variable related to reading skills. Even an additional 10 minutes a day spent reading can dramatically increase reading levels. The more time your child spends reading, the better reader he/she will become.
The type and level of text are important factors in maximizing your child’s progress. The text should be on a topic your child is interested in. Take the time to find out what types of stories and books your child likes. When your child shows enjoyment for a particular book, look for other books by the same author. Find out what types of informational text your child likes. Is he/she interested in animals, historical events, dinosaurs, space travel, people’s lives, tornadoes, airplanes or current events?
The level of text is also important. Your child should be able to read the text with some assistance from you. The text should be easy enough for your child to enjoy the reading, yet challenging enough that it helps your child grow.
