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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!

Resources

Home Is Not a Country
Lesson

Home Is Not a Country

Lesson Plan | Grades 8-12, Adult Education, Professional Development, PSRP, SISP

Chlorine Sky Discussion Guide
Lesson

Chlorine Sky Discussion Guide

Lesson Plan | Grades 7-12, Professional Development, PSRP, SISP

Hunger Games Essay
Lesson

Hunger Games Essay

Assessment | Grades 6-8

Such A Fun Age (Lesson Unit: Adulting in the Age of Racial Conflict)
Lesson

Such A Fun Age (Lesson Unit: Adulting in the Age of Racial Conflict)

Activity, Handout, Presentation, Worksheet | Grade 12, Adult Education

Anthem by Ayn Rand
Lesson

Anthem by Ayn Rand

Activity, Handout, Lesson Plan, Worksheet | Grades 9-12

Unit Plan - Animal Farm
Lesson

Unit Plan - Animal Farm

Lesson Plan | Grades 9-12

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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