A quick summary

The End of Homework: How Homework Disrupts Families, Overburdens Children, and Limits Learning is a book written by author Etta Kralovec and John Buell. The book examines the history of homework in the United States, and the negative effects it has on families, children, and learning. The authors argue that homework is often assigned in arbitrary ways, can lead to too much stress and too little sleep, and can reduce learning and creativity. They propose alternative strategies, such as more dialogue between teachers, parents, and students, and greater focus on learning within the classroom. The book also includes interviews with teachers, parents, and students in order to explore the issue from multiple perspectives.