Does anyone have ANY suggestions on getting kids to do homework without it turning into a huge deal? It's like pulling teeth to get our 8 year old to sit down and do his homework! He'd rather be playing Wii or watching tv. Any and all suggestions would be very much appreciated!

I don't have kids, but I used to be one. :)

My sister hated doing her homework - more than most - but we both loved playing with my mom outside. One way my mom motivated my sister to do her homework was by going on a bike ride (or playing catch, since we played softball) when she finished her homework.

I know some parents offer kids money, or a new video game, etc., but I think deep down most kids just want to spend time with their parents.

As for the actual act of completing homework, my mom let her do it at the kitchen table so she wouldn't feel alienated from us (like if she were confined to a desk in our room). She couldn't sit facing a window, and she couldn't get up from her seat to get a snack or go to the bathroom until my mom let her know she could take a "break."

Hope this helps!