We asked our Resource Consultants to share with you some ways to use the summer season to prepare for next school year. Summer provides an opportunity to give your child a break from routine classroom learning experiences and promote learning in settings with less structure. Learning differences can be addressed in very unique and creative ways. Computer keyboarding, for example, is an important skill for all young students to develop. For the LD child, it can also help strengthen motor skills and compensate for difficulty in writing.
Physical activity is important for good health.
If your child is well-coordinated and enjoys team sports, there are many opportunities provided through local recreation departments. These also serve to strengthen important social skills. If your child is less skilled in motor development, find individual activities which she may enjoy, e.g., swimming, running, miniature golf. Knowledge of your child's unique personal history should be used in planning summer activities that will enhance learning. Review the year in terms of what worked and what did not.