There are some advantages and disadvantages of homework.

First, it helps children develop time management skill. Schedules must be organized to ensure that all tasks can be completed during the day. This creates independent thinking and develops problem-solving skills. Second, homework encourages the discipline of practice. By having homework completed every night, the lesson become easier to understand. Last, homework creates a communication network. It helps teachers understand the needs of their students better and allows parents to find out their child’s strengths and weaknesses. Together, an educational plan can be developed that encourages the best possible learning environment.

Beside the advantages, homework also has some disadvantages. First, homework eats up free time. It eats up the valuable time kids have to spend with their family, attend extracurricular activities and catch up with friends. Second, it discourages creative endeavors. For example, homework takes time away from learning an instrument, painting, or developing photography skills as well. Last, excess homework causes children to feel ‘burnt out'.  In some cases, homework may even be assigned in the summer holidays. This causes severe stress for some children.