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Johndalup, As the summer holidays begin, parents may be worried that their children will “forget to write their name” during the long school holidays.
Or there may be concerns about forgetting timetables, falling reading levels and generally falling behind. Parents may wonder if it would be better to maintain some kind of academic routine during the break.
Short answer: A light touch is enough.
‘summer learning loss’
Researchers have studied the idea that school students suffer from some degree of “summer learning loss” for over 100 years.
But recent research, such as a 2020 US study, suggests that these effects are uneven, and much less dramatic than folklore.
When the school routine resumes, the child also soon regains his lost ground.
More importantly, these traditional measures – relying on test scores – tell only part of the story.
kids need a break
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Just as adults need annual leave to reset, children also need extended leave for their own well-being.
Summer holidays provide exactly this opportunity. This break gives children a chance to recover from the physical and mental fatigue built up during the school year, spend time with family, and explore interests that don’t fit into the curriculum at their own pace.
learning beyond school
Long breaks allow for different types of learning – from social, to cultural, physical and emotional.
For younger children, learning to swim, or developing those skills, baking, cubbies and traveling with the family can all help their development. Research clearly shows how outdoor play helps develop motor skills, flexibility, creativity and independence.
For older children and teens, part-time jobs, volunteering, creative activities, organized sports or community activities such as parkrun provide great opportunities to build confidence, responsibility and real-world skills.
keep some structure
Routine and structure are helpful for children because they ensure they get enough rest and free time to enjoy the holidays. But this does not mean following the school routine.
To organize the day, focus on predictable sleep patterns, reading before bed, or a quiet hour without screens in the afternoon.
micro education
For children who struggled academically during the school year, parents can provide subtle support without recreating the school environment.
But you don’t need to give it much importance. Evidence shows that when children feel connected, calm and safe, they are more ready to learn when the new school year starts.
Consider leaving board games like Scrabble or puzzles on the kitchen table. The challenge is to add an extra piece to it every time you pass by it. Or you can sing the times tables in the car.
Think about everyday literacy and numeracy, too: reading menus, helping to plan a budget for holiday activities, writing shopping lists, and measuring ingredients when cooking.
rest and contact time
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We can view long summer vacations as a developmental gift rather than an educational threat.
Yes, some skills may wear out a bit, like adults may forget passwords after a few weeks away from work.
But what they get from the relaxation, engagement and diverse forms of learning may be far more valuable in the long run. AIIMS
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