That's the topic of a live discussion forum on WashingtonPost.com with Paul Yellin, the national director of the Student Success Program at All Kinds of Minds, a non-profit institute that helps students who struggle with learning by providing programs that integrate educational, scientific, and clinical expertise. It's based in New York. LINK
Here's one Q&A:
Germantown, MD: As an elementary school teacher, my best advice would be to have your children read each day. Make sure that you allow your children to choose what they want they want to read. This often makes reading more enjoyable and when children are allowed to choose, they become more invested in what they are doing. To practice math skills, allow your children to see how math is used in the real world. Cooking with your kids is a great way to practice fractions and measurement, and shopping or dining out is a great way to help children learn about money. Make learning fun for your children and they will continue to learn throughout the summer and be prepared for school in the fall.
Paul Yellin: I love your approach. I would also add that it is important to provide your child an opportunity to practice an area of interest or affinity that they may not have a chance to during the school year.
It appears they are still taking questions.
