The arrival of Memorial Day signals the beginning of summer!  Yaaay!!

     For some children, it’s the time to enjoy some leisurely days and time away from daily rigors of school . . . but not completely!

Educational studies say students can lose two to more months of reading and math skills over the summer if efforts are  not made to engage in some things educational and stimulating.

So, between the long, lazy days of summer, go to your local library, and if your child does not have a library card, sign up for one.  Find out what reading programs and games your local library has.

Take time out to visit a museum . . . or take a nature hike, identifying the flowers, plants and birds and animals as you go.

Enjoy your summer, but dare to be deliberate with your child’s summer reading!

     Ready . . . set . . . READ!!

•    Preschool story time @ Cass District Library, Cassopolis
•   Teen time @ Cass District Library, Cassopolis