Things You'll Need:
- Tri-fold display board
- Ruler
- Pencil
- Glue dots
- Magnet strips
- Plastic baggies
- Folder pockets
- School supplies
- Calendar
- Planner
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Step 1
Lay your tri-fold display board on your work surface.
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Step 2
Lay out your school supplies. Place the heavier items, such as scissors, and a small stapler toward the bottom of the display board. Make sure you can close your tri-fold display board.
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Step 3
Determine where you would like each item placed. Use a ruler and pencil to mark each location.
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Step 4
Attach the magnet strips and baggies with glue dots.
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Step 5
Attach folder pockets with glue dots. Use several glue dots for the pockets so they are sturdy enough to hold a planner or other items. Consider adding a pocket for each subject your child has.
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Step 6
Customize your homework center. Add a school picture and other personalized items to each tri-fold display board.
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Step 7
Set aside an area where your child can open their homework center and go to work. Everything should be at their fingertips, from erasers to rulers.
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Step 8
Work with your child to add any other school items they may need. Your child will appreciate your support and will feel less overwhelmed about homework assignments.
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Step 9
Go over assignments and other activities on your child’s calendar. Teach them to be responsible for their homework and activities.
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Step 10
Take a picture of your child’s Homework center. Send the picture to school with your child, to show the teacher.
