The following is a helpful article on how to set homework goals, routines, age-appropriate time expectations, and manageable incentive plans to help your child complete homework. The author really lays everything out nicely – not just leaving you with a good concept that you cannot implement.
http://www.nasponline.org/resources/home_school/homework.aspx
If other parents have good suggestions for how to overcome/better manage the dreaded homework time, PLEASE leave these suggestions in the comments section.
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Here’s the link to the “Daily Homework Planner” worksheet (very clear), the “Incentive PLanning Sheet” and the “Contract”.