Over the years, parents have asked me what their children
should do during these summer months to keep their minds active. I recently
read an article that suggests five or six activities that parents can do with
their children that will accomplish this and at the same time relieve them from
a school type environment.
READ TOGETHER - Research shows that the
most important way parents can help their children become better readers is by
encouraging them to read at home. Parents should also try to find a time
when the whole family can read together.
VISIT THE LIBRARY - Many libraries plan special summer
activities. Kids need to learn that adults read for fun too so take –
don’t send them to the library.
PLAN OUTINGS TOGETHER - Every community has interesting
places to visit: museums, drama productions, concerts, and the zoo.
WRITE LETTERS – If your family is planning a vacation this
summer, have the children write to the department of tourism in states that you
intend to visit. Also, they could write their relatives, friends, or a
missionary in another country.
PLAY WORD AND READING
GAMES – Try looking for letters of the alphabet on signs as you drive in the
community or on vacation. For older children, games like Scrabble help
build vocabulary.
LEARN HOW THINGS WORK - Have the children tinker with an old
alarm clock or a calculator that you were going to throw away.
STUDY THE WEATHER – Keep a notebook to record temperature,
humidity, etc. Make a rain gauge in a coffee can and measure the
precipitation. Read about clouds.
These are just a few examples of how to make summertime
experiences not only fun but interesting and educational as well. I would
also encourage parents to check out internet websites for additional ideas
related to summer activities.
Have a great summer!!!
David W. Fox
Elementary Principal
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