How to Prevent Summer Learning Loss

Summer Learning for ADHD Kids

Summer Reading Programs That Work

How to Build Comprehension Skills

Studies show that kids who read are better prepared academically for the school year ahead. How to encourage reading...

Stop Summer Learning Loss

Help ADHD/LD Students Stay Sharp

13 parents share their winning strategies for keeping ADHD minds sharp — and rejuvenated — during summer vacation. More...

Expert Blog

4 Ways to Bring Books to Life

Expert strategies for making summer reading fun, and for building retention, comprehension, and creative muscles with every chapter. More...

Build on Passions and Strengths

Summer Success for ADHD Campers

9 things every parent should know before enrolling their child in a summer camp or class — from choosing an ADHD-friendly program to ensuring consistent treatment. More...

Let the Games Begin

Outdoor Activities to Spark Summer Learning

Outdoor activities to help your child build skills and confidence during the summer vacation. More...

Campfire Confidence

Boost Self Esteem at Camp

How three ADHD boys built up self-esteem, social skills, organization, and academic strategies at remarkable sleep-away camps. More...

Expert Video

Don't Let His Brain Go Flabby

For children with ADHD, learning disabilities, and memory problems, summer learning loss can pose a real threat to the school year ahead. Here's what you can do. Watch the video...

The Librarian Mom

Great Books for ADHD Kids

Summer reading that keeps learning alive once school's out, selected by a school librarian and mom to an ADHD child. More...

Fun Family Routine Builders

The Best Summer Ever

Parents and experts reveal how to boost smarts and avoid boredom during the lazy days of summer. More...

Learning Camps for ADHD Kids

How to Get an Academic Edge

The secret to a better school year? Engaging their brains all summer long. These camps do just that — and help kids with ADHD hit the ground running in Fall.

Passion Project

Starting a Special Summer Project

Is he musical? Mechanically inclined? An outdoor advernturer? Ask these questions and more when picking a long-term summer project with your child. More...

In Your Words

"What Our Family Vacation Taught Us"

"Camping is trial and error, fishing is trial and error, and life is trial and error. You risk making mistakes to discover the good parts." More...

Summer School Alternatives

What If We Just Kept on Learning?

Creative solutions to learning loss for kids who thrive on routine and structure. More...

Dear ADDitude

How Can We Prepare for Kindergarten?

When defiant behavior starts early, parents need to act decisively to get the help they need. More...

Dear ADDitude

How Can We Build Math Skills Over Summer?

Ensuring your child doesn't lose precious skills — without forcing math worksheets on her! More...

Dear ADDitude

How Can We Set the Stage for Middle School?

Preparing for multiple teachers, changing schedules, and new social norms over summer. More...

Dear ADDitude

Should I Worry About Video Game Addiction?

How to tell if your child is indulging in too much screen time over the lazy summer months. More...

Dear ADDitude

Will My Dyslexic Child Ever Read for Fun?

Recommendations for motivating a child with weak language skills to discover the joy in books. More...

Dear ADDitude

How Do We Deal with Summertime Defiance?

As children grow older, they may act out more during "boring" unscheduled summer days. More...

Dear ADDitude

How Can I Keep My Active Child Safe?

Impulsivity and summer's lack of routine can be a dangerous combo for kids with ADHD. More...