Tips for Building Good Study Habits

It is always a good idea to review, or introduce the basics of good study habits.

The following ideas can help students get started :

1.      Make a homework spot.

It's important to have a good spot to do your homework. You will need a desk or table and a chair, good light, paper, pens and pencils, and a dictionary. When you sit down you'll be ready to work!

2.      Set a homework time.

If you do your homework at the same time each day you'll be sure to get it done.

3.     Use a homework notebook.

Write each assignment down as soon as your teacher makes it. Then, you'll be sure not to forget anything.

4.      Make notes as you read.

It's easier to remember the important things if you write them down as you read.

5.     Make your own flash cards.

Flash cards are a good way to study lots of things — vocabulary, the times tables, history facts, and more. Write a word or question on one side and the definition or answer on the other

6.     Do your hardest — or least favorite — homework first.

Save the easiest assignment, or the one you like best, as your reward for getting everything else done.

7.     Write down your questions.

Write down questions for your teacher when you think of them. That way, you will remember them the next day in school.

8.      Look up new words.

If you find a new word when you are reading, stop and look it up. Keep a list of all the new words you learn.

9.      Test yourself as you read.

Imagine what questions your teacher might ask you about what you are reading. If you can come up with the questions (and the answers) you've been paying attention to what you've read. If not, read it again.

 

10.     Make the most of sleep.

Review things you need to remember just before you fall asleep. Your brain is still working, even when you aren't!