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18 Funny Homework Answers from Kids Who Are Going Places

These snarky students are smart alecks at heart

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When you're a  student , homework is an unavoidable fact of life. Kids these days often face hours of homework assignments each week—it's no wonder that some of their answers turn out a little snarky. 

Lucky for us, the funniest homework answers often end up on the Internet, courtesy of amused parents or teachers . Some of these students are being deliberately funny; others may very well be trying ( and failing ) to find the right answer. We think every single one of them deserves a place in the  Smart Aleck Hall of Fame .

Extra Credit for the Snazzy Drawing

"Show your thinking?" 

Challenge accepted!

"What do you need to find?"

"The answer."

Thank you, Captain Obvious. That's really helpful .

Just Following the Directions

The assignment said to write "< or >" so that's exactly what this student did. What's the problem here?

You know what they say — never trust a fart. 

For those who may not know, "shart" is slang for what happens when you do trust a fart. Use your imagination.

That's Just Your Opinion

Some say Tony is disciplined and loves music. Others say Tony is probably a huge nerd. No shame in that game, Tony!

Seems Legit

Why do we know anything , Sharon? Because we're SMART!

Somebody give this kid a scholarship.

Don't Be Silly, Kid

Pssh. "Tedison" is not even a real name... but we totally wish it was.

Failing Biology and Acing Zoology

Sure, this student doesn't know the difference between an ovary and a fallopian tube, but check out that kick-butt tiger face! Points for creativity?

Find X? No problem, there it is. It was right there all along! How did you miss that, Teach?

The Metric System Is Confusing

We can partially blame the American system of measurement for this one, but this student also gets bonus points for the sheer genius of the  utterly sarcastic remark. 

So Wrong, Yet So Right

Again, this answer isn't even wrong. It's technically totally, 100% correct! Maybe the teacher needs to rethink those test questions.

(Nah, not really.)

"April Ham Lincoln."

Remember what the great former president April Ham Lincoln once said: "Four scones and seven beers ago."

Wait, that's not right. Or is it?

An Example of Being Too Honest

This sounds like something out of "Breaking Bad." We really, REALLY hope this is a little kid spelling error situation.

She Must Work at the School in #13

Some teachers will go above and beyond to bond with their students, but this is ridiculous. Get your act together, Mrs. Edwards!

I See How It Is at Your House...

This is an actual quote from a first grade student. How did the teacher not die laughing?!

Comedian Chris Rock once famously said, "As a father, you have only one job to do: Keep your daughter off the pole!"

Clearly, this kid's family has some work to do in that department.

Hold Up There, Buddy

From "I like to play football" to "I am a god" in just a few short sentences. That's quite a leap!

Tell the truth: this is Tom Brady 's homework from 30 years ago, isn't it?

That's Extremely Literal

The difference between six and eight IS that eight is more curly. That's not silly – it's just accurate.

Okay, so I never did that well in math class either. Sue me.

She Deserves Extra Credit

We'll end on a positive note. This student followed directions to the letter and did exactly what she was told to do:

"Write a story to go with this picture. Use capitals and punctuation."

She not only created a funny story about this really, really weird picture of a cat overseeing a pile of hot dogs, but she also used CAPITALS and lots of exclamation points. Who cares what the teacher thought — this kid deserves an A+!

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53 hilarious homework answers from kids that are so wrong, they’re right.

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Since the dawn of time, kids have hated homework. And can you blame them? It’s a total drag — but there are ways to keep things interesting.

Case in point: These hilarious homework answers. Whether the kids who completed these assignments are dead serious or just pulling their teacher’s leg, we can’t help but applaud their efforts.

Originally published June 2016. Updated June 2017.  

Technically correct

But really, they were just following the directions very, very closely.

Girl code is sacred

This child is a genius, and so is her mother.

A for effort

Even this sad stick figure knows this isn’t the best answer.

This kid clearly loved ‘The Lion King’

With such a clear setup, it’s kind of hard to resist this one… 

Animal lover

This student is 100 percent correct.

Captain obvious

If you’re going to try a cheeky answer, at least make sure you spell it correctly.

Stickler for details

Probably safe to assume this student will not end up being the teacher’s pet.

True or false

What takes longer, studying for the exam or practicing how to write “fruse”?

Math can solve anything

Short, sweet and sadly wrong.

Not very nice

Going to go out on a limb and assume this student isn’t in the marching band.

Environmentalist in the making

Give the kid an A for knowing at such a young age what so many adults can’t seem to comprehend. 

Funny, but wrong

If they can’t hack college, they’ve got a bright future as a stand-up comedian. 

The fierce female form

Failed the biology exam, nailed the tiger drawing.

Easier to spot than Waldo

All the single ladies

You just know that after she graded this paper that teacher had this song stuck in her head for the rest of the night.

Good book, bad answer

Great book, bad answer.

The metric system is tough

If only conversions really were this simple.

Now add the head bob

Haddaway approves.

When less isn’t more

It’s not technically wrong, but it sure isn’t correct either.

An expansive answer

Peter’s math teacher may not find it funny, but his philosophy teacher would likely approve.

This kid’s a survivor

If the zombies ever attack, this is the kid you want on your team.

Confidence is key

It may not be the answer the teacher was looking for , but that doesn’t mean it’s not true.

A hobbit-approved answer

Gollum would probably find this answer to be precious.

Be right back, putting Tedison and Cate on the list of potential baby names.

Minor clarification

Snow shovels are the new controversial topic.

Getting punny

A sad day for the birds of science community.

You didn’t specify which anagram

I’ll explain it when you’re older.

Literary critic in the making

It’s great to see a professional’s thought processes.

An etiquette lesson

Rumor has it, they also don’t poop or burp.

Drawing isn’t for everyone

A blob is whatever you want it to be.

A blast from the past

It doesn’t get more accurate than this.

The lesser known President Lincoln

Four score and seven years ago, our fathers invented sliced deli meat.

Celebrity guest appearance

Kids know the darndest things.

The loose change debate

You can’t blame her for not wanting to carry around pennies in this day and age.

School electives

What happened to taking home ec?

Slight spelling mistake

One letter can really change a word.

Sunday school blunder

The history books depict it a little differently.

Celebrity gossip

But he hides it so well!

Getting philosophical

The film industry begs to differ.

Homework wars

It’s impossible to avoid spoilers these days…

A little too creative

Weird questions deserve weird answers.

Angry confusion

Bubble letters don’t cushion the blow.

Homework reveals a lot

Dad probably won’t be putting this one on the fridge.

Learning more about the public school system

And Mrs. Edwards, too.

A+ imagination, D- following directions

With little studying comes great banana car.

The dark side of recess

Some children have different dreams.

Empty commands

Now if you had said brother…

The shape naming game

One-upping the teacher

Sometimes, answers are better left unsaid.

Freudian slip

Compliments to the president

This “Letter to Elected Official” assignment says it all: About your war against terrorism? I like what you did there.

Spelling bee fail

Apparently, there was more than one “correct” answer.

Best answer ever

By referencing the Wounded Warrior Project  the student just became the teacher.

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26 of the funniest answers children have written on homework assignments

Kids really do say the darndest things, but they also write them down sometimes, too.

We scoured Reddit and Imgur for the most popular posts about children's homework assignments gone awry.

And though we can't guarantee that all of these are real, they're definitely worth a read. Enjoy.

Little Lola really nailed the capitals and punctuation for this cat picture.

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This kid knows a lot about Justin Bieber, or should I say “Justin Beaver.”

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“My friend’s (awesome) six-year-old son is autistic and takes instructions literally,” said this Reddit user.

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This kid really stopped caring about multiplication tables.

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Under "Gases," this kid called out her father's flatulence problem.

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This kid doesn't have confidence problems.

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"How I solved Problem 8 is I thought about it."

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We're a little scared too, to be honest.

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This second grader isn't wrong.

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This Reddit user teased: "Checking my son's homework when suddenly..."

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Apparently, this anonymous Imgur user's son doesn't like Mass at all.

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To be honest, we can't think of any other strategies either.

"User your fingers" or "Use your head."

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T is for...

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One kid learning to write English letters, according to the Reddit user, got bored writing "H."

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A future Walt Whitman.

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This five-year-old believes you should always treat your pets humanely.

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"Friend's kid's homework," this Reddit user said. "I think he gave a good answer. Pennies suck."

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At least he's honest.

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"My son, the consummate smart-ass," this Reddit user wrote. "I think third grade math is boring him."

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"An accurate depiction of mornings in our household as drawn by my six year old," this Reddit user said.

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"Nobody was making bracelets," this smart kid replied. Fair.

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This seven year old made her parent proud by asking for $100 million.

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These homework instructions were taken a little too literally.

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"My sister taught math to 4th graders in China," this Imgur user explained. "Honest mistake."

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And finally, this is every "Star Wars" fan's dream child.

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13 Fun Homework Ideas: The Best Ways To Make Homework Fun For Kids Quickly & Easily

Sophie Bartlett

Figuring out how to make homework fun can be a tricky task for parents.

Does it feel like you’re constantly nagging your kids to do their homework? If your answer is yes, know that we’ve all been there! It’s natural for parents to want their children to progress and do well in school, but after an entire day of paper, pencils, and books many youngsters will resist getting on with their homework – and that’s putting it mildly!

Top Tips To Make Homework Fun:

1. work together, 2. use rewards and incentives, 3. make them a snack, 4. make it visual, 5. try different learning apps, 6. set up a homework play date, 7. go outside, 8. turn it into a game, 9. let them play teacher, 10. use a timer, 11. create a special homework space, 12. remember to be positive, 13. get help if you need it.

Thankfully, there are ways of making homework less boring and that are a little bit more fun for your child. Whether they need to practice spelling, learn their times tables or revise for an important exam, our top fun homework ideas will help you magically take the ‘work’ out of homework.

Adults often work best in the company of others, and the same can be said of kids, so why not sit with your child while they’re studying and get on with some of your own work or life admin?

Whether you’re returning emails or doing your online banking, creating a shared workspace and modeling focused work is a great way to spend quality time together while they complete their homework. Win-win!

Quick win : While your child is tackling their fractions homework, you could sit down with them and take a look through your finances.

Rewards and incentives are great when it comes to getting your children to follow your household rules and routines, and homework is no different. Things like stickers or the promise of time on their iPad or games console for slightly older children can all work wonders in getting them to do their homework without a battle.

Quick win: For every few questions they answer they could get a minute of screen time!

Let’s face it: A hungry child is an unfocused, unmotivated and unhappy child.

Most children come out of school ravenous, so let them nibble on a nutritious after-school snack while they get on with homework; things like popcorn, apple slices, grapes, or crackers and cheese are all great snack options.

If you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, Active for Life has a list of healthy after-school snack ideas and recipes to try.

Quick win: One of the best brain foods for kids is a nice and crispy apple! So when your child is craving something sweet just cut up an apple and let them munch away.

Help to eliminate the late night ‘Oh, I forgot to do that’, and create a weekly homework chart so your child can see what they have to do each day and check off each ‘to do’ task as it’s been completed.

Again, Pinterest has some great free printables to help keep kids organized. Get them involved by letting them color it, or decorate it with their favorite stickers, and pin it up somewhere at their height, where they will see it easily every day as a reminder. Some exciting new stationery and colorful pens might help too.

Quick win: An easy way to make homework fun is to grab a piece of paper and get your child to draw out and decorate a ‘homework chart’ consisting of 5 days. Stick it on the fridge and add a sticker to each day after they’ve done their homework, when they’ve collected 5 stickers they get a treat!

If your child prefers to be online, there are some great online apps around that children will have fun using, yet encourage learning too. Here are our favorite free math websites for example. Speak to your child’s teacher too and see which apps the children use in school so you can support what they’re doing at home.

Quick win: One of our favorite websites that makes homework fun is Tang Math !

Holding a homework playdate where your child can invite one of their best school buddies over to do homework together can be a great way for them to learn and make sure the work gets done, especially older children in elementary school.

Plus, it’s likely that their parents will be delighted!

Younger children may need a bit more support and guidance but can still gain a lot from the experience of learning together with a friend – think of this as a mini-educational play date for them.

Quick win: Let your child and their friend play for a while, and then get them to work through their homework with the incentive of a yummy ‘ice cream party’ when they’ve completed all of their homework.

If the weather allows, create a comfortable outside study space and allow your child to do their homework outdoors.

The fresh air can help kids with their concentration if they’ve been stuck in a classroom all day, and studies also show that being outside, closer to nature, can increase productivity. The reward of a quick game of Frisbee or a kick-around of a soccer ball between tasks will help them stay motivated too.

Who said home learning had to be boring? If children enjoy what they’re learning, they’re more likely to remember what they’re being taught, so turn their learning into a fun game. Using sweets like Smarties to help with math and number work can turn the experience from a chore into a treat. If they get the right answer, they get to eat some!

Another trick that you can use when your child is learning spellings is to write them in shaving cream or in magnetic letters. It sounds simple but we can guarantee that it will make homework a lot more fun for your child.

These math games for kids and times tables games are a great place to start.

Quick win: If you’re looking for some fun homework ideas then check out this simple multiplication activity you can do at home, it’ll even get in one of your child’s five a day!

Make another fun homework game by creating your own mini-classroom and letting your child step into the role of teacher.

Have your child explain a concept to you as a teacher, as you, or their sibling, play the role of the student. This game works particularly well with subjects that require theory, like Science for example, as it will improve their understanding of the concept and build logic and reasoning skills.

Quick win: Make homework fun by getting your child to choose their favorite teddies and toys and setting them up in their own mini- classroom. Start off with registration, ‘mom’ ‘present’, ‘mr teddy’ ‘here’ etc. You’ll soon notice that your child is growing in confidence regardless of the topic as children love playing teacher!

Some children may have difficulty working for prolonged periods of time without a break, so using a timer can be great for getting them to complete homework without whining. For example, if your child is given 20 math problems for homework, you can say “Complete the first 10 questions, then we’ll take a 5-minute break, then complete the next 10 questions”.

Many children will need a mental break and will work more effectively when given the opportunity to take one. At the end of the task, they get to pick an activity of their choice. If your child gets easily distracted, a timer game can work well to keep them focused on the task in hand.

Quick win: Put the timer on your phone so that your child can see the countdown while they’re working.

A special study space can make homework more fun and help motivate your child to get it done! Choose a space in your house that’s least likely to distract your child, and create simple, organized, and kid-friendly homework.

You could hang up some of their artwork above the desk, and have all their school essentials nearby so everything is close to hand.

Quick win: Make sure that they aren’t surrounded by things that will distract them. Televisions and iPads are a no go at homework time!

Remember to always be upbeat and positive about school and the importance of their homework. Give your child lots of praise and encouragement about how well they’re doing to help them stay motivated and on track.

Quick win: After every homework session, spend five minutes talking through what your child has accomplished. If you’re running out of activities to do, have a look at our list of home learning packs – all free to download.

Homework can be frustrating if your child doesn’t understand the material or gets bored easily. If your child is struggling, get them some expert help!

Quick win: Third Space Learning has plenty of advice on learning math for kids and parents but if you need more support, our primary school math tutors are easy to organize and very affordable.

Do you have students who need extra support in math? Give your students more opportunities to consolidate learning and practice skills through personalized math tutoring with their own dedicated online math tutor. Each student receives differentiated instruction designed to close their individual learning gaps, and scaffolded learning ensures every student learns at the right pace. Lessons are aligned with your state’s standards and assessments, plus you’ll receive regular reports every step of the way. Personalized one-on-one math tutoring programs are available for: – 2nd grade tutoring – 3rd grade tutoring – 4th grade tutoring – 5th grade tutoring – 6th grade tutoring – 7th grade tutoring – 8th grade tutoring Why not learn more about how it works ?

The content in this article was originally written by primary school teacher Sophie Bartlett and has since been revised and adapted for US schools by elementary math teacher Christi Kulesza.

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12 Ways to Make School Fun at Home for Students of All Ages

Back to school will look different this year as families and schools continue to navigate the uncertainty of COVID-19. Getting kids to enjoy (or even accept) doing their homework can be a struggle at any age, especially in the fall when students adjust to smaller classes, alternate schedules and a continuation of virtual learning that began in the spring.

For some families, new ways of learning are further complicated by parents’ work schedules and a lack of technology access. According to the Afterschool Alliance, 1 in 5 kids are unsupervised after the school day ends. And millions of families don’t have internet access at home.

During challenging times and busy parenting schedules, there are still ways to make learning at home fun, safe and constructive for students. Over the years, our trained youth mentors and program facilitators have developed lots of strategies and ideas to make homework more fun. Get tips on how to make virtual learning and homework fun in high school, middle school and elementary school so you can help your kid succeed at every age.

Ideas to Make Homework Fun for Elementary, Middle and High Schoolers

Many kids find homework assignments boring or simply get restless when asked to sit down and study – but that doesn’t mean they all need the same kind of motivation. Avoid a one-size-fits-all approach to homework help by using these age-appropriate tips.

Elementary School Homework Tips

Little kids frequently have trouble focusing on virtual learning and homework, especially when there are so many distractions and fun things to play with at home. The solution? Make learning more like playtime.   

• Create fun focus spaces. Kids often work on homework in their rooms or wherever there’s a little spare table space – but kids’ rooms and common areas are usually filled with distractions. Before this school year starts, create a special “homework zone” in part of the home that’s more peaceful. (A “homework fort” is always a hit with young kids, as long as it’s well lit.) Stock this area with lots of colorful school supplies so there’s no reason to leave until their homework is all done.
• Beat the clock. Young kids love racing to the finish. Make homework more like a race by setting up timed challenges. For example, count how many words they can spell correctly or math problems they can solve in the span of 5 minutes. The next day, challenge your kid to beat their own record. (A little competition can work great with siblings, too.)
• Try learning apps. Support the subjects your kid studies in school with apps that make learning about it more fun. This tip is especially helpful for subjects that you or your kid struggle with. Some of our favorite educational apps include DragonBox for math, Spelling Stage for spelling, and DuoLingo , which offers learning-based games in Spanish, French and many other languages.
• Team up with tunes. Just like the Alphabet Song teaches kids their ABCs, there are plenty of songs out there to help specific subjects stick. Search YouTube to find songs covering a range of subjects, including the planets in our solar system, the days of the week and months of the year, U.S. states and capitals, how to add or subtract, and pretty much any other educational topic you can imagine. If you can’t find a song on a given subject, try making one up together.

Middle School Homework Tips

In middle school, students gain more independence to work alone or with peers. Encourage their developing maturity with a little structure and loads of support.

• Use power hours. Power hours challenge kids to focus for a certain amount of time. Once the timer goes off, they can take a quick break before diving in again. Offering little rewards after productive power hour sessions is a great incentive at this age, too.
• Plan study dates. If your kid struggles in a certain subject or has trouble focusing in a quiet, empty room, let them invite a friend or two over to study. Just remember to follow current safety and social distancing guidelines. If another kid is too much of a distraction, set the tone by working alongside your child. While they do homework, you can pay bills, make dinner, reply to emails, or even work on a crossword puzzle or another brain game. Doing “adult homework” creates a sense of companionship without being too overbearing – and it can help kids learn that work is a part of life, not just a part of school.
• Make a routine. Lack of routine can be stressful for kids. Setting a regular schedule for homework, or the school day for kids learning at home, can help reduce resistance and improve consistency. Beyond planning time for homework, come up with other little rituals that can help your kid focus, from putting on their current favorite album in the background to using prizes and other incentives to reward good work, like a small treat for every complete assignment.
• Stay positive. Your attitude has a huge impact on how your kid sees the world, especially in the formative middle school years. Keep tabs on your own attitude toward your kid’s homework. If you see helping your kid with homework as a chore, your kid will probably feel that way about it, too. Instead, try to see homework help as a fun, productive time when you both can learn and hang out together.

High School Homework Tips

When students reach high school, having parents hanging around to nag them about homework doesn’t always help. Instead of implementing these homework strategies for high schoolers yourself, show this list to your teenager and help them come up with a plan they can stick to. Then, take a step back. Check in with your teen every week or so to see if their plan needs tweaking.

• Get organized . High school is the perfect time to start preparing for the life you want to lead after you leave home. To achieve your goals, you have to make plans and stick to them. It’s the same with homework. When you get your assignments for the week, month or semester, take some time before jumping in to sort through the deadlines and requirements. Then, come up with a schedule and a realistic plan of attack. Use a day planner, calendar app, or time management app like Asana to make to-do lists for yourself – trust us, it feels great to cross stuff off your list.
• Reward yourself . It’s easier to work hard when you know there’s a reward at the end of it. Set a study timer, and if you’ve focused on homework until the timer goes off, reward yourself with a favorite snack, a funny video, an epic solo dance party or a little social media time.
• Upgrade your workspace. Spruce up the place you do virtual learning and homework to fuel your productivity, imagination and problem-solving skills. Keep tools and supplies on hand to help you work through challenging assignments, like colorful pens, highlighters, sticky notes, and cool notepads or notebooks. Decorate with art and other objects that inspire you, and use calendars, whiteboards, chalkboards, corkboards, or even just paper and tape to help visualize and keep track of everything you have to do.
• Turn up the beats. Spotify has tons of playlists dedicated to productivity, from ambient noise to instrumental hip-hop. Find a few go-to playlists that help keep you focused and put one on whenever you have to zone in. Explore movie soundtracks and other kinds of instrumental music to avoid distracting lyrics.

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We Can't Stop Laughing at These Kids' Hilarious Homework Blunders

After a long day of school — whether virtual or in-person — the idea of homework can drain the life out of both parents and children (but mostly parents, obviously). Kids will be kids though, so even in something as mundane as homework, children somehow find a way to make us laugh uncontrollably.

Whether they were due to hilarious spelling errors, kid-drawings that could be interpreted as, um, other (inappropriate) things, or just the ol' Common Core blunder , the following homework assignments failed so hard that we can't stop laughing.

Confusing Common Core

We're as stumped about Common Core as this kiddo was.

Literal Interpretation

I mean, it says "draw a picture."

Follows Directions Well

Also very literally.

Friends For the Win

That's an A+ in girl power right there.

Capitals and Punctuation

Looks like Lola deserves an A for this one!

Show Your Thinking

Well, he did , didn't he?

Natural Resources Problem Solving

This is conservation at its finest.

Stray Doodles

He just wanted to represent the number four with the very best gingerbread men he could draw.

Holy Homework

A strong ego, for sure.

Simple Subtraction

Open-ended response.

"Eating bacon!"

What Makes You Happy?

Hot cockolate — erm, chocolate — makes us happy, too.

Show How You Know the Answer

Why have three rainbows when you could have 10?

Multiple Choice

We think that this is a perfectly acceptable answer regarding tornado safety.

Alphabetical Order

You've really got to specify further on these things.

I Like Fractioned Butts and I Cannot Lie

Anything that is naturally split in half is made for fractions, no?

What a Disaster

Hey, we think a Sharknado is a disaster for sure.

Reality Check

This kid is going to be a small circle of friends kind of person . . .

Stuck on an Island

That's some serious (dark) thinking ahead.

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How to Make Homework Fun for Kids: 5 Easy Ways for Parents

“Do your homework!”  Whining, procrastinating, and full-on tantrums may ensue, but it doesn’t have to be like that.  With the right attitude and a motivator or two, you can make doing homework fun for your kids.

Make Homework Fun!

Sometimes the thought of your child having to do homework after being in school all day is frustrating.  However, to help make the task more pleasant for your kids and yourself, here are 5 ways to make homework fun!

1.  Magical Motivators

Use incentives to get your children to do their homework without a fight.  Small snacks, stickers, iPad time, or toys work well for younger children.  Older children might be motivated more by privileges like TV and Computer time or larger rewards like money. Whatever you use, remember your ultimate goal is to help develop good habits for the future.

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2.  Write it for Them

No, that doesn’t mean doing it for them.  It might seem counter-intuitive, but if you mix up the routine, and have your child dictate the answers to you, they will be a lot more interested in the actual subject material.  This also gives you a special opportunity to bond with your child.  Not all homework can be done this way, but try to be creative and change up your child’s homework routine.

3.  Learning Apps

Homework can be frustrating if your child doesn’t understand the material. Fun math practice  apps can be a great resource for visual examples and games that help your child practice concepts he is struggling with.  So, make homework fun by getting an app that makes the subject easy for your child.

4.  Get a Homework Buddy

Turn homework into a play date.  Have your child invite a friend over and encourage them to do their homework together.  Make sure you lay down a few rules ahead of time.  Then you can reward the children with free time and a snack after they complete their work.  How fun is that?

5.  Don’t Take it Too Serious

There are more important things in life than homework and grades.  Too much emphasis on grades can destroy your child’s love of learning and devalue relationships.  Think about what values you want to instill in your child and make sure the homework is not getting in the way.  If you believe your child’s teacher is giving out too much homework after you see your child demonstrate an understanding of the subject, don’t be afraid to voice your concern.  Even if nothing changes, it will show your children that you care and empathize with them.  That can go a long way!

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How can i make homework fun.

• Use incentives
• Use game-based learning
• Try different routines
• Try getting your kids a homework buddy
• Have fun with them

How to make school work more interesting?

• Do tough tasks first
• Use games to teach tough concepts
• Try to add a creative touch in every concept
• Get a school work buddy

How do you make homework meaningful and fun?

• Incorporate cause behind assignments
• Give students real-life application of concepts
• Include culture in homework
• Ask students to include new aspects in every assignment they do in order to encourage creativity.
• Make way for team work and collaboration

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Funny Tweets About The Misery Of Helping Your Kids With Math Homework

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You may think you left math behind when you finished school. But if you have children, you’re in for a rude awakening.

Many parents have used Twitter to lament the days when their children ask for help with their math homework. Even if they manage to recall the skills they once learned, that may not be helpful in the confusion of common core math.

Fortunately, they’ve also found humor in the situation. We’ve rounded up 35 tweets that sum up parents’ frustrations with their kids’ math homework.

10-year-old: Can you help me with my math homework? Me: Yes. 10: *points to the problem* Me: No. — James Breakwell, Exploding Unicorn (@XplodingUnicorn) February 9, 2021

I reassure my kids as I help them with their math homework by telling them I took calculus so I think I know a thing or two about being completely confused. — Jessie (@mommajessiec) October 10, 2021

I don't scare easily but I'm petrified when I see my 3rd grader walking towards me with his math homework & an inquisitive look on his face. — Jennifer Lizza (@outsmartedmommy) December 13, 2016

Here’s a little song I wrote about helping kids with their Common Core Math homework, it’s called “We Just Have to Multiply Two Single Digits Why the Fuck Do We Need to Draw a Parallelogram“ and a one and a two — Rodney Lacroix (@RodLacroix) March 14, 2019

Okay, I’m not going to ask how you got there because I won’t understand anyway but the answer book says it’s correct so good job. - me helping my 6yo with his math and nailing it — Life at Tiffany’s (@lifeattiffanys) February 14, 2019

I used to be an atheist until my 8YO started asking for help with her math homework — Vinod Chhaproo (@Chhapiness) September 27, 2021

My only real argument for having multiple children is that the older one will eventually be able to help the younger one with Common Core math. — SpacedMom (@copymama) April 27, 2021

Store clerk: May I help you? Me: I hope so. Sweetie go get your math homework, this nice woman is going to help us. — Simon Holland (@simoncholland) March 13, 2018

I’ve decided to let my son only watch TV for 3 more weeks because it’ll be better than the both of us crying over common core math — That Mom Tho (@mom_tho) March 25, 2020

What wine pairs well with Common Core math? — Jessie (@mommajessiec) August 24, 2020

10YR OLD: dad, can you help me with my math homework? ME: *throws smoke bomb* — Andy H. (@AndyAsAdjective) January 31, 2017

I don’t like to swear in front of my kids but I also don’t like to help them with their math homework, so I may have just angrily referred to fractions as “fucktions!” — Dad and Buried (@DadandBuried) March 12, 2019

Allie has 5 oranges, she gives 3 away. How many does she have left? Common Core Math: Round up to the nearest 100, take away half. Draw a number line and count up 10. Do 15 jumping jacks while you subtract. Take away the sum of the quotient of the total to get the answer. — ThisOneSaysBOOO (@ThisOneSayz) November 4, 2019

Just got my ass handed to me by my kid's 2nd grade math homework. — Unfiltered Mama (@UnfilteredMama) March 16, 2017

Can't figure out 7th grade son's math homework -- despite using his book, Google, Wikipedia, and about five wine coolers. — Steve Olivas (@steveolivas) October 27, 2016

Whenever I have to help my kids with their New New Math worksheets, I end up giving myself pep talks like some kind of Aaron Sorkin character ("I actually went to a very good school!") before I give up/google grade-school math tutorials. So that's what keeps me humble, Barbara. — Nicole Chung (@nicolesjchung) September 18, 2018

*12 comes to me with math homework 12: Can you do this? Me: Son, I got older so I wouldn't have to. — The Alex Nevil (@TheAlexNevil) October 4, 2021

Hi sweetie, doing your math homework? 2nd grader: Yes, 27 + 41 = 68 but our teacher makes us [spends 30 minutes drawing number lines, groups of ten, shaded blocks, etc.] do it this way. — Simon Holland (@simoncholland) October 24, 2018

I tried to slow cook a pot roast this morning by plugging in the toaster, but sure son, let me help you with your math homework. — Sara Says Stop (@PetrickSara) February 16, 2018

You can’t make me cry; you’re not my daughter’s 2nd grade math homework. — Jessie (@mommajessiec) January 28, 2021

Couldn't hate 2nd grade math enough? Try having kids. — AparnaRC (@Wordesse) September 11, 2021

Let's get married and have kids so instead of going to happy hour you can make a boxed dinner while I figure out common core math homework. — Simon Holland (@simoncholland) November 3, 2016

[checking common core math] 8-year-old: Is it right? Me: Turn around. I'm definitely not going to Google this. — James Breakwell, Exploding Unicorn (@XplodingUnicorn) February 20, 2019

school administrator: we need something to make parents feel like complete and utter dipshits in front of their children pretty much every single night. guy who invented common core math: oooh, have i got a treat for you. — JB 4Realz (@JB4Realz) September 25, 2018

Murder By Numbers is my favorite movie about helping my kids with their math homework — Sweet Momissa (@sweetmomissa) October 29, 2020

Me, to 10yo: The first step in doing your math homework is *starts crying* — Jessie (@mommajessiec) October 8, 2018

You can either have a nice evening or you can help your child with their math homework. You can’t have both. — Sarcastic Mommy (@sarcasticmommy4) March 20, 2019

Before kids: I will never swear in front of my precious angels. After kids: WTF is this math homework?! — MyQuestionableLife (@2questionable) December 13, 2017

This new math will always leave me like #fourthgrademath #commoncore pic.twitter.com/rrhEb8Yjk8 — Nicole Blades (@NicoleBlades) January 15, 2019

'You are a strong, capable and intelligent woman.' I mutter to myself, as I use my fingers to count while reviewing my kid's math homework. — Moderately Mom (@moderately_mom) November 7, 2019

One day someone will ask my kids if they ever saw their dad cry and they will think about the time with the math homework. — Simon Holland (@simoncholland) October 24, 2019

13 out of 10 parents have difficulty helping their kids with Common Core math homework. — HowToBeADad (@HowToBeADad) October 2, 2017

That wasn't a typo, it's the new common core spelling. No one understands it, but it's supposed to be better for some reason. — Anecdotal Birthcontrol (@AnecdtlBrthCtrl) May 21, 2019

[homework] Child: It says "solve for X" Me: Well, look at our clock with Roman numerals on it. Child: Um. Ok. Me: What number is "X?" Child [counting]: 10. Me: Right. X is always 10. Child: OH OKAY. [writing answer] Me: Wife: You know they'll end up living at home right? — Rodney Lacroix (@RodLacroix) January 21, 2020

*Arrives in Hell* Devil: Here, help these 5th graders with common core math — Jo Bean (@jobrowneyes) October 24, 2018

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