Homework timers can be the perfect time management tool for students who tend to get distracted from their studies. And there's a timer design for just about everyone! You'll find timers in crazy shapes and designs and others that shake, vibrate, beep, flash, and ring. There are selections for the hearing impaired and a few for those who like loud noises!
Why do timers work? Timers tend to improve a student's ability to stay on track. Students gain a better concept of time passage as they see or hear the clock ticking away. Which timer fits your personality?
Apples have become the symbol for scholarly work, so this shiny Red Delicious style is perfect for homework time. Twist the top to set the dial up to one hour.
This cute little timer depicts a cat waiting patiently for an unsuspecting mouse. Don’t worry, the mouse is safe. But this timer is made to remind you to be patient—don’t rush it too much! Times up to an hour.
This clock tells it like it is! It announces the time remaining every ten minutes (on the last hour). At ten minutes, the clock announces every ten seconds. At ten seconds, it announces every second. It is sure to drive your parents crazy, but it really is effective!
Be sure to eat your dinner before tackling your homework or this timer will make you hungry. Then again, you could use it for incentive to get your work done in a timely manner! The bell rings “long and loud.” Set any time up to an hour.
He’s cute, he’s chubby, and now he wants to help you with homework. Set the timer and start your studies. The digital Pillsbury Doughboy™ watches you work, then giggles when your time runs out.
Twist the top of the can around to set the time for up to an hour. This novelty time is perfect for Coke lovers! Shaped like a Coca-Cola™ can.
These adorable little bugs come in blue, green, or yellow. They’re so cute, you may want to carry them with you everywhere you go. Put one in your backpack!
No squinting necessary! This timer boasts extra big digits so you can see it from near and far. Warning: so can Mom and Dad.
If you prefer silence, you should can check out this versatile timer that flashes, beeps, or vibrates. This device is perfect for the deaf or hearing impaired, but it’s also great for students who live in small apartments. No need to alert the whole family when homework time is up!
This clever designer product is the award-winning creation of Jozeph Forakis. Pull up on the tape to set the right time “measurement.” The tape drops slowly back into its holder until time’s up. This is a great design for very visual students.
