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Kids reap rewards from summer reading program #reading

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Several kids in a summer reading program have made a lot of progress. Their teachers are amazed by their newfound ability to read in full. These students show a lot of progress and want to share their story too. 

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Summer reading programs are springing up everywhere. Is that a good way to spend a summer break?

Summer reading programs are beneficial to literacy.

Program supervisors are working to keep kids in the summer reading program. They want to make sure that students do not slide back into their old habits. Each student will continue to read and develop these important skills that they need. That will show officials that the summer reading program actually works too. Follow the details and get to know the students personally as they make headway in school.

Nearly 30 kids who spent their summer with their noses in books finally got a huge payoff. They had to attend Ready, Set, READ! in Reading’s Oakbrook neighborhood for 30 out of the 40 days of the program to qualify for a free bike, helmet, and backpack.

Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert

Key takeaways

  1. Young students often benefit from undergoing summer reading programs overall. These students have a story to tell when it comes to their newfound reading abilities too.
  2. Teachers and parents have encouraged students to get involved with their summer reading program. They have watched students make progress because of these efforts as well.
  3. Reading is an important goal that everyone will want to make for themselves. Follow these young students and consider the advantages of the summer reading program in full.
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Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert Writes about the learning brain for parents who want plain answers. Every article is grounded in current neuroscience and classroom practice.