Do you find too much homework stressful?

Jesica Mary Sajeev, grade 8

Too much homework and assignments can cause stress. It also reduces the amount of time children spend with their families. Long school hours and extra homework overburdens students, so he/she cannot engage in any other activities. At times, it takes late nights to complete.

Hiba Moideen, grade 11

Twice the amount of recommended homework is reported to be given to students. Children often develop hopelessness and suffer from insomnia. I am not totally against the idea of homework. But let us not forget that ‘too much of anything is good for nothing’.

Chirag Saggi, grade 5

Too much of home assignments are not good for students. When I come home, I want to relax my mind playing with my friends, spending time with my parents and talking to my sister. If we are given too much homework, we develop anxiety and build up stress in our life.

Sarangi Narayan, grade 9

Too much homework can harm the child. It can cause stress and put pressure on the student, affecting his or her performance at school. It can also use up the time kept aside for daily revision. It can also lead to lack of sleep, again affecting the child in his/her academics.

Shreya Sriram, grade 11

When students are burdened with too much homework, it suppresses their interests and hobbies. It often leads to lack of concentration, high stress levels, and they may even develop a hatred for studies. Homework must not interfere with the holistic development of the student.