Happy Memorial Day blog readers! Today is a day to celebrate and remember the men and women who fought and died for our freedom. It also marks the unofficial beginning of summer!
As children gear up for fun in the sun, let’s try to find ways to keep them reading too. Summer reading doesn’t have to be an endless rotation of books off an assigned list. Books can be a great way to supplement activities that kids are already excited about. Is your child signed up for summer
softball, soccer, or swimming lessons? Reading about these activities can be a great 
way to get kids geared up and ready to go! Is your family planning a camping trip? Or may you’re driving out to the Grand Canyon or Mount Rushmore. Learning about these places beforehand can get kids even more excited for the trip. And what kid wouldn’t love to spout relevant trivia to his parents while gazing at a national monument?
So here’s to summer barbecues, splashing at the pool, riding bikes on sunny days, and READING! What are some
of your tricks for getting your kids or students to read over the summer? 
by Mandy Robbins, Editor
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