As a teacher, I used to give tons of homework. Here's why I regret it. (upworthy.com)

Dana Brown (PACEs Connection Staff) 6/8/189:34 AM

There are many aspects of my more than decade-long career as a teacher that I'm proud of.

My reputation for giving lots of homework is not one of them.

When I entered a doctoral program in education policy, I learned about the research that suggests that homework is not good for young kids.

Not only does it fail to improve the academic performance of elementary students, but it might actually be damaging to kids' attitudes toward school and to their physical health.

What are some of the things kids could be doing instead?

1. Jump Rope
2. Talk with Parents
3. Sleep
4. Independent Reading
5. Listen to a Book
6. Go Up a Slide Backwards
7. Help with Dinner

To read remaining suggestions from Jessica Smock's article, visit: http://www.upworthy.com/as-a-t...y-i-regret-it?c=upw1

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