How To Continue Learning During The Summer

Ken Smith May 14, 2012 at 11:28 am

Do any of you have tips you want to share? I would love to hear them!

Julie Deitering May 14, 2012 at 04:28 pm

Hi Ken. When I was a kid growing up in Minnetonka in the 1970's, Glen Lake Elementary (and maybe others) had a reading program at their library and a rec program outside and in the gym. There were awards and recognition for how many books one could read over the summer and write a short book report or summary. Parents could do this on their own and ask for diaramas and/or book reports. Of course Reading isn't the only way to learn. Lots of hands on learning via museum zoo visits are helpful too. I also took a class freshman year in college at the U of M called "How to Study". Best class I ever took. Taught me how to take notes, highlight and focus on the important facts on any subject. If that is not offered somewhere, it should be.

Ken Smith May 14, 2012 at 05:01 pm

Thanks for the comment Julie. Reading is a great way for kids to learn year round. With books like Hunger Games for example, parents and children can read them together and find enjoyment. So not only would they be learning, but they would be making it fun with their parents. That "how to study" class seems like a great class. I know that the Sylvan in Minnetonka has a "Study Skills" program that is great. People can go to their blog (http://www.sylvanmtka.blogspot.com/) and get contact info. I know that city libraries are also doing stuff this summer. I think, just like anything, the more options the better.
I couldn't agree more about going to museums or zoos. Not only are they fun, but there are very educational. Again, you can find discounted or free passes at your local library. Thanks again for your post and keep them coming! Hope you are having a great start to your week.