Check into children's book clubs and spring reading programs. While at the library, encourage your child to choose a book about their favourite hobby. Ask your child to read aloud to you while you drive, do the dishes or other chores. Schedule a time each day for the entire family to read-either together or alone. Ten to 15 minutes is fine.
Writing is another important skill that can be developed during school holidays.
Encourage your child to write in the journal each night before bed time. Write letters to your children and ask them to write back. Have your child write a letter or send a postcard to a cousin, grandparent or friend. A trip to the grocery store can be used to work on math skills by doing price comparisons between products, figuring out how much you are saving during a sale and by reviewing cash register receipts for accuracy. March break also provides an opportunity to help children experience the arts.