“Summer slide,” or summer learning loss, is the decline in academic skills and knowledge that students may experience during summer break. Having students do educational activities over the summer helps them return to school ready to learn, keeping their academic momentum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this article, we\u2019ll go into detail about the summer slide, as well as provide tips and tricks to prevent summer learning loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The “summer slide,” or summer learning loss, is the loss of academic knowledge that happens when students are not engaged in learning activities over the summer. This loss often happens because students aren’t practicing what they have learned or building on their existing knowledge during the summer. This especially shows with math<\/a> and reading<\/a>, which need continuous practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Studies show<\/a> that younger children and low-income students are particularly affected, as they often have fewer resources for summer learning. Addressing the summer slide is important for equitable academic progress and long-term educational success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A dedicated learning schedule can help you balance relaxation and educational activities with your child. Tailor it to you and your student\u2019s needs \u2014 whether you practice math facts for 10 minutes each night before dinner or go to the library and read together each week, a schedule that makes time for learning can be a great way for your child to retain knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Children should read regularly to build and maintain important skills like decoding, fluency, and comprehension. Encouraging your child to read can take away some of the friction when it comes to practicing reading skills. You can also provide books that fit your child\u2019s interests and reading level and have them practice reading aloud to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your child isn\u2019t necessarily interested in reading, there are ways to make reading even more fun! Try keeping a reading log, playing reading bingo<\/a>, or attending story time at your local public library.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow to Prevent the Summer Slide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Creating a Learning Schedule<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
2. Encouraging Reading<\/h3>\n\n\n\n