for your entertainment summer success build academic skills during school breaks with these quick tips by tara welty adam chinitz adam chinitz tara welty is vice president and editor-in-chief of teaching resources at scholastic thing but a "normal" school year and as we come to the summer "what now?" families and teachers have done an extraordinary job keeping kids learning yet know the impact of this unprece- dented disruption in classroom time national summer learning association most students lose two months of math skills and many lose additional reading skills each summer the next steps we take to keep kids learning will better set them up for aca- demic success in the fall agree that the best way to combat sum- mer learning loss is for kids to read offer free programs to keep kids reading of free resources is the key to retaining the skills kids grade-perfect skills reviews with engag- of practice each day to keep skills sharp surement and even chemical reactions home repair projects foster engineering the washer can turn into a lesson on the science of soap! learning success grade grade costco connection costco warehouses carry a variety of books and work- the scholastic success with workbook series tips for success if you use workbooks to these tips • choose a cozy spot that is free from distrac- crayons on hand • enjoy frequent • praise your child's successes and encour- age his or her effort • offer positive support when your child important for your child to retain a relaxed and positive attitude toward school and learning.-tw
