It has been a joy working with your children this year.   I appreciate all of your support and generosity.    Have a wonderful summer vacation! 

Summer Activities

Mom, I have nothing to do.   Dad, I’m bored.    Now what can I do?    Here are some ideas to keep your child busy this summer and that are excellent ways to get his/her brain ready for next school year.

1.            Practice multiplication and division facts-

You can either use flash cards, play multiplication war, go to one of the many math internet sites, or have your child create their own game that uses multiplication and/or division.  

     2.   Writing Journal-    Have your child write about their day or have them make up a story.     

3.       Art Projects- Get a craft kit or have them create a picture using watercolors.   It is also fun to create objects from items in your recycling bin.   

4.      Game Time- Play board games that encourage the use of language, problem solving, or math skills such as Scrabble, Clue, Mancala, Scatagories, Uno, Etc.

5.       Explore the Internet -   Find websites that have activities and games or have your child research topics of interest to them.   I have some fun sites listed below.   

6.      Activity sheets -   I sent home some packets at the end of the year.

7.       Join a Summer Program-    Take advantage of the numerous summer programs.   Join a sports team or take a summer school class at St. Mary’s.   The library also has some summer programs as well.   

8.       Play!-   Get outside and enjoy the summer!  

9.    Read, Read, Read!-    Take trips to the local library or have your child share books with friends.   Help your child with comprehension by reading with them or by having them re-tell the story to you.