What is Summer Learning Loss?
Summer learning loss (also called "summer slide") is the decline in academic skills that can occur when students are out of school during summer break. Research shows this is a real phenomenon that affects students across all grade levels.
Did You Know?
Studies show students can lose up to 2-3 months of reading and math skills over summer break. This loss is cumulative - by 5th grade, summer learning loss can account for up to 2 years of achievement gap!
Why Summer Learning Matters
- Skills are perishable: Just like muscles, academic skills weaken without practice
- Teachers spend time re-teaching: The first month of school is often review
- The gap widens: Students who practice over summer often start ahead in fall
- Confidence matters: Kids who maintain skills feel more confident returning to school
Fun Ways to Keep Learning
Summer learning doesn't have to feel like school! Here are engaging ways to practice:
Read Together
Visit the library, read before bed, audiobooks on car trips
Math in Real Life
Cooking, shopping, measuring, counting money
Educational Games
Board games, card games, educational apps
Writing Projects
Journals, postcards, stories, letters to grandparents
Science Exploration
Nature walks, simple experiments, museum visits
Kids World Activities
Fun learning games on our student portal!
Create a Summer Learning Routine
You don't need hours of study time - consistency is key!
The 20-20 Rule
Just 20 minutes of reading and 20 minutes of math practice per day can prevent summer slide. That's less than the length of a TV episode!
Tips for making it stick:
- Set a consistent time each day (morning works great!)
- Make it part of the routine, like brushing teeth
- Let kids choose what they read
- Use rewards and incentives
- Keep materials visible and accessible
- Be a role model - let them see YOU reading!
Summer Tutoring Benefits
Summer is actually an ideal time for tutoring because:
- No homework competition - focus on skill-building
- Relaxed schedule - less pressure
- Time to address gaps from the school year
- Get ahead for next grade level
- Build confidence before school starts
Summer Tutoring Available!
Keep your child's skills sharp with fun, engaging summer tutoring sessions.
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