BCSD Summer Learning

Summer is a time for renewal, soaking in the warm sun, splashing in pools and sprinklers, and staying out until the sun goes down at night. Don't forget that summer is also a time to continue learning in new and different ways! Whether you learn to ride a bike, speak a new language, or learn to swim, the summer is filled with new learning opportunities everyday! Keeping the mind engaged is critically important to continued academic success!

In addition, reading familiar books, reading stories aloud as a family, developing vocabulary, and writing letters to family and friends during the summer are valuable ways to keep literacy skills fresh and ready for the new school year. Make literacy and learning a natural part of your daily summer routine.

K-12 BCSD Summer Reading Resources:

• BCSD Elementary Summer Reading Bitmoji Classroom
• FLMS Summer Reading List 2024
• FLHS Summer Reading Lists 2024

Local Library Summer Reading Resources:

• Bedford Free Library Summer Programs
  32 Village Green, Bedford NY 10506

• Pound Ridge Library
  271 Westchester Avenue, Pound Ridge, NY 10576

• Mount Kisco Public Library
  100 East Main Street, Mount Kisco, NY 10549

Other Summer Reading Resources:

• Can We Prevent the “Summer Slide” in Reading? by Timothy Shanahan

• Strategies for Summer Reading for Children with Dyslexia

• Bilingual Summer Reading Bucket List

• Summer Reading Plan for Bilingual Kids

• 6 Benefits of Summer Reading Programs

• Summer Reading Resources on BCSD Curriculum website

BCSD Summer Mathematics Learning Resources:

1. Bridges Practice Books: These books in English and Spanish provide extra problems and exercises to reinforce learning. They also include an answer key.   https://www.mathlearningcenter.org/educators/free-resources/lessons-publications/practice-books

2. Math at Home: A collection of resources including games, activities, and videos designed to make math learning enjoyable and accessible at home. https://mathathome.mathlearningcenter.org/ 

3. Free Math Apps: The Math Learning Center offers several free apps that help students visualize, understand, and practice math skills in engaging ways. These are available for both iOS and Android devices. https://www.mathlearningcenter.org/apps

4. Bridges Family Support: Resources specifically designed for families to support their children's math learning, including guides and tips for helping with homework. https://www.mathlearningcenter.org/curriculum/family-support

The How To Sheet – Bridges Family Resources provides detailed steps to access these resources.

30-Day Screen Free Summer Learning Challenge:

Here is a 1-pager for your refrigerator with 30-screen free ways to stay engaged in learning during the summer months:

30 Days of Summer Learning