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Dive into Summer Reading: Fun and Learning Combined!

As summer unfolds, don’t miss the magic of summer reading! It’s not just a pastime—it keeps young minds active, builds on school-year knowledge, and prepares students for the next grade.

Every book opens new worlds, promoting empathy and critical thinking while being a blast! Summer reading boosts vocabulary, strengthens comprehension, and keeps students connected to learning. It helps them retain skills and knowledge, ensuring they’re ready to hit the ground running when school resumes.

Summer reading smooths the way for those transitioning grades. Staying intellectually engaged helps reduce anxiety and gives students a head start by introducing them to new subjects they’ll encounter in the upcoming year.

Parents can join the fun, too! Discussing books, sharing opinions, and exploring themes together strengthens family bonds and supports academic growth. It’s a meaningful way to be involved in your child's learning journey and reinforce the importance of education.

Summer reading is a powerful tool for keeping students engaged and ready for school and fostering a lifelong love of learning. So, dive into the adventure today and watch the benefits unfold all year long!

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Alma Presses Play Educators' Guide
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Alma Presses Play Educators' Guide

Lesson Plan | Grades 6-11, Professional Development, PSRP, SISP

Teaching Empathy
Lesson

Teaching Empathy

Activity | Grades 3-8, PSRP, SISP

The Outsiders: An analysis
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The Outsiders: An analysis

Activity, Assessment, Handout, Worksheet | Grades 6-8

Artemis Fowl
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Artemis Fowl

Activity | Grades 3-8

Your Summer of Learning

Looking for summer PD hours, ideas for back to school, or just ways to relax? Visit Share My Lesson's Summer of Learning page for upcoming summer webinars, teaching resources, blogs, self-care ideas and more.

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