While math and language arts are the primary areas where the summer slide shows up, over time it's easy for kids - well, really, for all of us - to not remember things we've learned. The more pathways to the brain the better, though, so the more sens …
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The summer slide doesn't affect just reading; math is another area that often suffers during the summer. Why? Reading and math are both areas where skills build and develop over time. Even though year-round schooling makes sense educationally, it' …
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From coast to coast, students experience something called the "summer slide," losing approximately 2 months' worth of progress over the summer months. And we mean literally from East to West: check out this infographic from Rhode Island and the "Summ …
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I know, I know. There's a lot of pressure on us as parents to make moments magical. From Pinterest-worthy birthday parties to Instagram-able bedroom decor, some of us can drown in the expectations of creating ideal surroundings for our children. But …
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Playgrounds and barbecues, water parks and ice cream stops - summer is filled with so many opportunities for spending time with family and friends. While such outings and activities can provide many chances for bonding that become happy memories, the …
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