This summer I wanted to try something new with my kids. In the past, I have let my kids spend a ton of time watching television or playing video games. So before they were out of school, I picked up a summer reading schedule from our local library and planned on taking all three kids to the library over the summer. Not only is it free, it is beneficial for them to continue reading over the summer months. Our local library kicked off their summer event a few weeks ago and have been hosting activities that are related to science and math. Each time a child reads a book they get to build a “PI” chain around the library that represents “PI” aka 3.14 followed by a ton of number. If your local library doesn’t have a summer reading program, don’t worry I plan on sharing some ways to get your kids reading books and will provide a reading log.
Why Is Summer Reading Program Beneficial for Your Children?
Did you know that students who spend time playing video games, going swimming, and watching television without picking up books often lose up to two to three months of reading and comprehension skills if they aren’t engaged in educational activities over the summer? You can change this by challenging your kids to read a few books a week over the summer time. Learn the benefits of getting your kids involved in a summer reading program.
- Improve their reading and comprehension skills.
- Your are encouraging your children to become life long readers.
- If your child isn’t interested in reading, if you are participating in a fun summer program the kids will be motivated to pick up books after they participate in the daily activities at the library or in your home.
- If you give your children the opportunity to materials they are more likely to participate.
- Reduces the amount of screen time that your child spends hours doing over the summer.
- The fun activities also keep the brain stimulated and kids enjoy learning when it is fun.
- Enhances your child’s critical thinking skills, imagination, and creativity.
