Here you will find research based ideas for homework. These are enrichment activities for home. Enjoy these higher level thinking activities in "Quadrant D" (see this link for Quadrant D information).
The "Tic-Tac-Toe" homework is student-centered because it allows students to choose what they would like to do. The goal is to get 3 in a row. If your child wants to go above and beyond, s/he can try to get an X, Square, or blackout (all of them).
The "Tic-Tac-Toe" homework is collaborative because it typically requires the student to work with someone else at home, whether it be a parent, sibling, or even a neighbor.
The "Tic-Tac-Toe" homework encourages communication. Students must verbally discuss the activity s/he is doing. This is a vital 21st century skill.
The "Tic-Tac-Toe" homework usually requires critical thinking. Students will have to become independent problem-solvers.
One of the most important things you can do with your child is encourage creativity with the homework. See if your child can come up with his or her own homework ideas! Send them into the school and maybe it will become one of the squares on our Tic-Tac-Toe! Also, if your child does something s/he is proud of at home, your teacher wants to see it! Bring it and share with your teacher on Fridays!
(Note: Additional communication about homework from your individual teacher can be found in your child's green folder.)
The "Tic-Tac-Toe" homework is student-centered because it allows students to choose what they would like to do. The goal is to get 3 in a row. If your child wants to go above and beyond, s/he can try to get an X, Square, or blackout (all of them).
The "Tic-Tac-Toe" homework is collaborative because it typically requires the student to work with someone else at home, whether it be a parent, sibling, or even a neighbor.
The "Tic-Tac-Toe" homework encourages communication. Students must verbally discuss the activity s/he is doing. This is a vital 21st century skill.
The "Tic-Tac-Toe" homework usually requires critical thinking. Students will have to become independent problem-solvers.
One of the most important things you can do with your child is encourage creativity with the homework. See if your child can come up with his or her own homework ideas! Send them into the school and maybe it will become one of the squares on our Tic-Tac-Toe! Also, if your child does something s/he is proud of at home, your teacher wants to see it! Bring it and share with your teacher on Fridays!
(Note: Additional communication about homework from your individual teacher can be found in your child's green folder.)
Homework By Month
Please note that these are examples of homework from a previous year. Some activities may reference a field trip that is not applicable to the current year. If you have questions, contact your child's teacher