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Know before you go!
Before school lets out, ask the teacher what your child needs more support with and what you can do at home to prepare for the next grade. Ask about how you can help find the right books for your child during the summer.
Make a plan
Look at your child’s grades, pay attention to how easy or hard it is for them to do grade-level activities, and look out for the state test results you’ll receive this summer or early fall. By having the big picture, you can best partner with your child’s new teacher.
Promote real-world skills
Encourage life skills that help your child in and out of school. Whether it’s on the playground or at home, show your child how to problem-solve, learn from mistakes, and how to communicate effectively with others, especially in tough situations.
Let them show what they know!
Summer is about having fun and exploring your child’s interests. As your child reads, plays an educational app, or during everyday moments at home, ask them to teach what they’ve learned and what they enjoyed or didn’t. This will help them review important skills and help build their confidence!
Find the fun (and free) in your community
Check out recreation or library programs that have academic support and activities. Visit a zoo or museum to explore new interests. Plan a day trip—find a nearby park or historical place you’ve never been to and talk about what you want to learn during your visit.
READY FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR?
You can help your child make learning strides during the summer months.
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- For more information, visit summerlearning.org
- Share your summer learning tips with other parents and get ideas too, using #bealearninghero.
- Join the National Summer Learning Day celebration on July 12th with the hashtag #KeepKidsLearning.
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