Many parents have come to dread this nightly activity for fear of a resistant child, disorganized materials, and difficult assignments. However, research shows that homework can have a positive impact on children by teaching valuable study skills, improving remembering and understanding of school work, instilling invaluable time-management skills, and fostering positive character traits such as independence and responsibility, according to the U.S. Dept of Education. So how can you cut down on conflict and increase the effectiveness of homework time with your child? Try these highly effective tips for parents from the homework experts at Club Z! Tutoring: