Students should be reading twenty minutes every day.  This will help increase their fluency and comprehension levels which in turn will help them   do better in school and on state tests.    

TIPS:    

1. Have a set place to do your homework. Be sure that you have enough space   for your papers, sufficient light, and it is quiet.  2. Have a schedule and check off each item that you have completed.  3. Do the assignments that are due the next day FIRST.  4. Study your spelling/vocabulary words 10-15 minutes every day. Say the   words outloud, make flash cards, practice with a family member; any of these   will help you do better on the test.  5. If you know that you have a test coming up: STUDY a little bit every   day.  Do NOT wait until the last minute. You will become overwhelmed,   anxious, nervous, worried, etc.   6. Do NOT put off your homework until the last minute. One, you will get   frustrated. Two, you will rush through it, not do your best, and it will be   sloppy. Three, you will miss out on valuable sleep so that you are ready the   next day for school.