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Ending the Tough Homework. "There's a{{U}} (65) {{/U}}of appreciation
for trial and error. Let your children{{U}} (66) {{/U}}the grade they
deserve. " Many experts believe parents should gently look over the work of
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hour in{{U}} (71) {{/U}}four, five, and six is standard, says Rosemond.
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