Homework Without the Fight

Most homework fights aren't about laziness. They're about a tired brain being asked to start a hard thing at the lowest point of the day. Starting is an executive function skill, and for anxious or demand-sensitive kids, "do your homework" can feel like a threat.

This 8-page guide shows you how to make homework smaller, shorter and safer for everyone.

Inside you'll get:

• Why homework is such a battle, in plain language
• Six steps to calmer homework, from refuelling first to telling the teacher
• 12 phrase swaps for the moments that usually end in tears
• What to do when they refuse, freeze, or it takes hours
• A note for educators on homework and neurodivergent students
• A two-week effort log and a fill-in note to send to the teacher
• Two cut-out cards: start small, and your agreed stop point

Written by Dom Soroka, Master of Special Needs, with 28 years in education. No blame. No shame. Just clearer next steps.