Supporting Summer Learning: Tips for Keeping Kids Engaged

As summer progresses, it's important to keep children engaged in learning to prevent the summer slide. Here are some tips for supporting summer learning and making the most of these months:

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1. Incorporate Learning into Daily Activities

• Reading Time: Set aside time each day for reading. Visit the library together and let your child choose books that interest them.
• Cooking and Math: Involve your child in cooking to teach measurements and fractions.
• Nature Walks and Science: Explore nature and discuss plants, insects, and ecosystems.

2. Use Educational Apps and Games

• Interactive Learning: Use educational apps that make learning fun. There are apps for math, science, reading, and more.
• Online Resources: Websites like Khan Academy and PBS Kids offer free educational resources.

​3. Plan Educational Trips

• Museums and Zoos: Visit museums, zoos, and science centers for hands-on learning experiences.
• ​Historical Sites: Explore local historical sites to teach children about history and culture.​​
  

4. Encourage Creative Projects

• Arts and Crafts: Encourage creativity with arts and crafts projects.
• Writing Stories: Have your child write and illustrate their own stories.

​5. Join Summer Programs

• Camps and Workshops: Enroll your child in summer camps or workshops that focus on their interests,

​           whether it's sports, arts, or STEM.

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At EdConnect, we believe in the power of continuous learning. Keeping children engaged over the summer not only prevents learning loss but also sparks curiosity and a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.

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Author, Tori Culbreth
EdConnect Parent