Understanding the value of homework can help increase motivation and productivity. The Department of Education in the United Kingdom advises that spending time doing homework brings several benefits, more so for the students who put in two to three hours a night.

There is a strong connection between regularly completing homework and higher accomplishments in subjects such as English, Maths and Science. In this article, we will discuss why it’s important and how it helps with your child’s development.

See a video introduction to using NewsBank in our library academy (external link).Homework can be a divisive topic.

All the major world and national daily papers are included as well as many local and regional ones.

UK and world newspaper articles published in the last 5 to 25 years sorted by topic.

See a video introduction to using World Book in our library academy (external link).

Plus, a wide range of informative non-fiction and fiction eBooks for all ages on a host of topics that can easily be read in your browser on computer or portable device.

Useful for general research by adults and college students. A vast multi-media encyclopaedia integrated in a single search.

All the articles from the print versions of the World Book Encyclopaedia plus extra articles, multi-media and learning resources. For students in secondary schools and 6th form college.

For children around 6 to 10, with thousands of easy-to-read articles packed with illustrations, videos, interactive maps, comparison tools, and a wealth of engaging games and activities.

Several editions are available, all in one place. World Book Online contains thousands of informational articles with stunning illustrations, videos, interactive maps, research help, and activities.

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