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It's going to be a busy summer. For many parents and educators, all the June chatter is about about summer slide and learning loss. But within a few weeks, I'd bet even the most well-intentioned parents will probably let their kids zone out in front of the television. So, I have pulled together some resources to get kids excited about learning through the summer months. Skip the worksheets -- consider these ideas a way to keep the little ones primed for an easy transition back into the classroom, without losing the joy and freedom of their break. Maybe they'll find these activities so fun, they'll stay engaged in learning outside the classroom well into the fall!

Video Playlist: Summer Learning Boosters

Watch the first video below, or watch the whole playlist on .

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   puts together this website and offers daily emails with thought-provoking questions to send your kids on a journey of discovery all year 'round. Sign up at .

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   Late summer is a perfect time to visit a local children's museum. In the San Francisco Bay Area, we're so lucky to have the , but check out the to find one near you.

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   So you're unable to peel your child off that device? offers quick tips on choosing the best games and apps for learning. Use their or to find information by title.

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   One way to get a constant stream of learning prompts is to follow a great curator. Check out or -- Rion Nakaya's collection of not-made-for-kids videos for kids.

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   I couldn't resist including this epic domino book chain that the did to promote reading and going to the public library. Keep those kids with their noses in books all year!

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   Got a bored kid? Turn them on to or for messy and mystifying science experiments you can do at home with basic materials. Bonus: !

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   Want to have your kids learn hands-on physics while keeping them busy for hours? Build a Rube Goldberg machine! -- this video is a favorite.

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   If there's an near you, get there quick. They offer writing workshops for kids in 8 cities around the US. Each one is connected to a unique storefront -- like the or the

More Ways to Boost -Summer Engagement

I hope you've been inspired to get up and do some fun activities in the weeks of vacation. Here are more resources for keeping kids engaged outside of school -- all year!

Links for Summer Learning and Summer Slide

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• "," by Sarah Caron, SheKnows Parenting
• "," Getting Smart
• - Pinterest Board by

Links from the Video Playlist Above

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