Summer slide is the term teachers use to describe the learning loss between grades over the summer. While once scoffed at, research has proven the summer slide is in fact a real phenomenon. One of the ways to stop it is by encouraging summer reading. These three ideas come from Really Good Teachers who have…
10 Summer Books for Preschoolers
Early childhood is the best time to start summer reading challenges and activities. Introducing stories and telling tales to preschool age children begins to unlock a love for books that will continue throughout their lifetime. By learning to use their imagination, sparking creativity, and inspiring conversation, summer books help children to learn and grow.
Learning Outside the Classroom
Learning doesn’t just happen in the classroom. The tips and tricks from the Really Good Teachers in #TeachChat on June 10th, 2015 showed how teachers can encourage students to explore their interests. With a little bit of creativity and a whole lot of heart, a teacher’s influence can stretch far beyond the classroom walls. Find…