Ten Websites to Help Your Kids with Homework

Posted by on Oct 26, 2012 in Lifestyle

homework websitesAs a parent, your children will eventually ask you for help with their homework. Most parents aren’t a vault of information on all subjects, so eventually you aren’t going to be able to help. When it comes to this point, or you just don’t have the time, there are various internet sites that can be of use.

Fact Monster

Fact Monster is a site that offers all types of information. This site is useful for finding information on science, sports, the world, people, and more. The reference desk gives your child access to information found in the Almanac, dictionary, encyclopedia, and there is even an atlas available. The homework center is also part of the reference desk, offering help with different subject areas and providing helpful tips on writing, researching, speaking, listening, and studying.

How Stuff Works

Culture, money, and science are just a few of the different subjects that are covered on this site. If you’ve ever wondered how something works, this is definitely the place to look. All the information on this site is put simply enough for your child to understand, and it is all fairly interesting.

Homework Spot

Whether your child is in elementary, middle, or high school they will find the Homework Spot a breeze to navigate. The site is organized by school level with easy access to the different subject areas and lots of bonus material to keep your child interested in learning.

 Math

Math is notorious for being one of the most difficult subjects in school. If your child is struggling and needs some extra help, Math.com can offer help from basic math to calculus. When it comes to math, practice is one of the best ways to learn and improve your skills. On Math.com your child will find practice problems for any grade along with games and quizzes to help them exercise their skills.

 SAT

Doing well on the SAT will make it easier for your child to get into the college of their choice and can open up opportunities for scholarships. With practice questions, a study plan, and a full practice test your child will be fully prepared for the big day if they use this website.

 Chatterbee’s

Chatterbee’s Homework is a site that assists your child in finding the best websites for health, science, social studies, math, and the arts. Also available are links to interactive sites that your child can explore on their own or with their class to gain a better understanding of the topic of their choice.

Infoplease

Infoplease will provide your child with useful tools for science, math, and even geography. It is also full of information on these subjects as well as history and language arts. Some children struggle with writing, research, speaking, listening, and above all studying. Finding help with these subjects can require some practice, but this site can easily help your child work on their problem areas.

 Discovery

Discovery Education offers the assistance for the most basic subject areas as well as various other subjects. Getting children interested in studying can be a challenge, which is why the interactive games on this site are so beneficial. The available games are so entertaining that your child will hardly feel as though they are studying. Another great part to this site is the step-by-step WebMATH. WebMATH offers explanations for math problems, ranging from basic math all the way to trigonometry and calculus.

Online Writing Lab

The Purdue Online Writing Lab, or OWL, offers assistance for all aspects of writing. Students that use English as their second language, parents, and children of all ages will find this site extremely helpful. There is almost no part of writing that is not covered on this site, and everything is very simply put.

 ED.gov

Being a parent isn’t an easy job; you have a lot of responsibilities and sometimes you need a little help to get through to your child. If you are struggling with getting your child interested in their homework, this site may have some helpful information for you. By looking through this site, you will learn ways to get involved and help your child with each important part of school.

Author Max Quinn loves education. He strives to learn and teach something new each and every day.  Max also writes for OnlineCollegeCourses.com.

 

 

Karla Bond

Karla Bond is the Assistant Editor of Dinker & Giggles. In addition to loving to spend time with her husband and beautiful little boy she enjoys writing and sharing on her personal blog Bond With Karla.

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