New York City public elementary school P.S. 116 has become a ‘No Homework’ zone but some parents aren’t convinced the new policy is a good idea. (Photo: Heather Holland/DNAinfo) After a year of ...

In elementary school, where we often assign overtime even to the youngest children, studies have shown there’s no academic benefit to any amount of homework at all.

I sometimes help my grade-school-age daughters with their homework. I don't feel guilty about it, because there are nights when our family simply has other priorities. Like when my kids are exhausted ...

The study, published in The American Journal of Family Therapy, explored issues of homework and family stress by surveying nearly 1,200 parents. What came to light is this: Children in kindergarten, ...

Ah, back to school. It may be the end of summer, but there’s actually lots to be excited about for kids heading back to class, including new friends, backpacks filled with supplies and fun activities.

In our digital age, finding a place for children to do their homework can be a tough assignment. Forget the kitchen table. Kitchens, which now often function as gathering, entertaining and play spaces ...