Is Homework Time a Battle in Your House? You're Not Alone

David Givens
Sep 27
2 min read

Every parent has been there. It's 6 PM, dinner's on the stove, and your child is staring blankly at their math worksheet—or worse, melting down over spelling words. The homework struggle is real, and it's one of the most common challenges families face during the school year.

The Nightly Homework Tug-of-War

Sound familiar? Your child keeps "forgetting" what the assignment was. They claim they "already did it at school" (they didn't). Or maybe they're genuinely trying, but frustration tears start flowing after just 10 minutes. Meanwhile, you're juggling your own responsibilities, trying to figure out when Common Core math became so complicated, and wondering if you're somehow failing as a parent.

Why Homework Causes So Much Stress

The homework struggle isn't just about the work itself. It's about:

Timing conflicts - Homework often happens during the busiest part of your day
Different learning styles - What works at school doesn't always work at home
Attention and focus - After a full day of learning, kids' tanks are empty
Parent pressure - We want to help, but sometimes we're not sure how
The independence puzzle - Finding the balance between helping and hovering

Every family's homework challenges are unique because every child learns differently and every household has its own rhythm and constraints.

What If There Was a Better Way?

Here's the thing: the way homework works in your house doesn't have to stay broken. Small changes in approach, environment, or routine can make a massive difference. But first, you need to understand what's really going on.

Is your child struggling with focus? With motivation? With understanding the material? With time management? Or is it something else entirely—like needing a snack, a break, or a different workspace?

Discover Your Family's Homework Solution

We created a quick quiz to help you identify your specific homework challenges and get personalized strategies that actually work for your family's situation. In just 5 minutes, you'll get insights into: