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Ten-minute homework timer

6–12 years · School

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What you'll need

  • A timer or phone
  • A clear table
  • A snack

How to do it

  1. 1Snack and a few minutes of movement first.
  2. 2Agree exactly what will be done in ten minutes.
  3. 3Set the timer and sit nearby doing something quiet.
  4. 4Stop when it rings, even mid-task, and mark what was finished.

What it helps with

A short, complete session builds the habit of starting — usually the hardest part.

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General ideas for play at home, written by the Baby Mamas team. Always use your own judgement about what suits your child, and stay nearby.