Memorial Day and the start of summer are just around the corner, and for most, this time affords a much needed break from school and work.Most kids are counting down the days, but parents should keep their kids focused and not let up until the final bell sounds.

The even wiser parents knows to not put their foot  on the break entirely. Becauselearning should be year-round, healthy summers should include a combination of fun, recreation and some type of learning activity.Whether it’s taking a foreign language class, learning new arts and crafts or enrolling in some type of academic enrichment, keeping young minds active, alert and challenged can pay handsome dividends for the new school year.

Summer Time Should be Reading Time

Regular reading can also make a difference, and summer affords all the time for kids to dig in to books that can be fun as well as enriching.How can parents help kids find the right books?As I’ve said numerous times in this blog, consulting with the librarian at your local library is probably your best option.With a few simple questions, a librarian can quickly ascertain your child’s interests and direct you to many, many options.There will be hits and misses, to be sure, but if you exit the library with a stack of books,  your child is sure to find pure pleasure in at least one or two of them.

Hire a Reading Tutor This Summer

Is reading a chore for your child?Too often, the child who dreads reading is the child who struggles with reading.What would it mean if your child could start the next school year as good reader?    For the poor reader, s ummer is the perfect time to take action -  by hiring a reading tutor or enrolling your child in a reading program.Think Tutoring offers customized reading tutoring programs for kids K-12,that feature diagnostic assessments and customized, prescriptive lesson plans.For more information, call us 973-593-0050 to get your child started.