The school year is slowly winding to a close, and students have been working hard over the past few weeks, especially as they gear up for end-of-year and end-of-course exams. Spring break is often a much-needed respite. Students are ready for downtime, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be productive and keep learning going.
Let them rest. While it can be beneficial to stick to a routine so kids don’t have a hard time transitioning back to school once break is over, allow them to get some extra sleep if they can. Their bodies and minds need a chance to recharge, and this can also remind them how good it feels to be well rested, so maybe they’ll take bedtime a little more seriously once school starts back up.
Read for fun. Take your kids to the library or bookstore and let them pick out books for pleasure reading. Even if it is a little below their level or contains more pictures than words, it allows them to practice and build a greater love for books. You can also encourage them to find non-fiction books about a topic they’re interested in learning more about. It doesn’t have to be tied to something they’re studying in school because they’re still learning and using key skills.
Explore the world around you. Whether you’re staying home or setting out somewhere on vacation, take time to learn about where you are. Visit historical sites or museums. Go on a ghost walk or taste local cuisine. Talk about what you see and ask questions. Make it a fun experience while also educational. Even walking on the beach, you can study the animals, shells, tides, boats, and more!
Get creative. Let your kids’ creative juices flow. Give them materials to paint a picture, create their own comic book, build a model or diorama, or make a video. Make it as screen-free as possible and see where their imagination takes them. They are sure to be incorporating plenty of math, science, language arts, or writing skills without even realizing it. A great way to practice without any set expectations.
Set goals. Gear up for the end of the school year by taking a look at how your child is performing. Talk to them about areas where they are excelling and those where they may be struggling. Help them set goals for themselves, whether that is to improve their grades, spend more time studying, be consistent with writing down assignments, or staying organized. Come up with realistic expectations and plans to achieve them.
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