Finally, here is a comprehensive, down-to-earth plan to turn homework from drudgery into a genuine learning experience for both parent and child, and make even the most resistant child interested—even enthusiastic—about their schoolwork. Friendly and full of anecdotes from the authors’ own child development practice, Hassle-Free Homework includes:The Six Week Plan: A guide to developing learning skills, including organization, motivation, memory, and concentration. Homework Hotspots: Concrete tips for helping children with specific subjects, like math, science, spelling, and other problems areas.Homework Helpers: Show how physical activity, music, visual arts, and the home computer can be homework motivators, and list recommended educational computer programs and books. “Through well-constructed and constructive approaches, the Clarks show that homework can represent an opportunity rather than a burden.”—Howard Gardner, Harvard University, Graduate School of Education