Have your child study in the same place, at the same time, and for the same period of time every school day.Maintain a quiet environment.  Turn off the TV.Keep all study materials, including a dictionary, near the study area.Buy an assignment book (unless they get one from school) and make sure your child uses it.Monitor your child's study time.Review completed assignments.Have your child repakc his backpack when finished with studying.Keep reading materials at home.Get a library card.Visit your child's school regularly.Talk with the teachers and ask for extra help, if needed.Encourage hard work and effort.Praise your child's improvement.Communicate a positive attitude about learning.Teach by example.