Dear Reading Ranch families,
I see it happen every summer — children who have worked so hard during the school year start to slip behind. It’s not because they are incapable; sometimes, reading takes a backseat during the summer learning slide. Developing reading skills in little learners requires consistency and practice, and thankfully, just a few hours a week can make a huge difference. At The Reading Ranch, we’ve spent over 30 years helping children not only catch up but gain confidence and get ahead. Our proven summer reading intervention program can help your child strengthen their reading skills and return to the classroom ahead of the curve, and we make it fun!
Summer is the perfect time to boost reading skills.
The summer is traditionally a time when kids lose significant knowledge in reading and math as they leave school for summer vacation. Researchers call this the summer slide, and it’s been studied since at least 1996. It’s no secret that summer can be tough on children. Studies estimate that, on average, children in the third to fifth grades lose about 20% of their school-year gains in reading during this break time. Younger children are most susceptible to the summer slide because it’s a crucial time for their development.
The best way to prevent this learning loss is by keeping little readers engaged, devoting some time every day to reading, even just 20 minutes. As a parent, you can support them by helping them choose books that interest them, setting aside time for reading, and applying that summer spirit of fun to learning activities. This isn’t just “extra homework” — it’s an interactive way to build skills. Take time to use your imagination and explore new activities that encourage creativity, like drawing, visiting museums, and taking small trips. By keeping them interested and entertained by learning activities, they will carry that excitement into the new school year.
What makes the Reading Ranch summer program so effective?
One of the most powerful tools to prevent the summer slide is to get your child involved in a summer learning program. Our face-to-face intervention program allows your child to strengthen their reading skills and gain the confidence they need for the next school year. Our personalized approach targets key areas like decoding, comprehension, spelling, vocabulary, fluency, and writing composition. We kept it fun, using interactive, explicit, and systematic phonics instruction to keep them motivated to learn. Here’s what makes our program so effective:
Don’t let summer slip away. Give your child the tools they need to thrive! With just a few hours a week, we can help them close learning gaps, boost their confidence, and prepare for a successful school year ahead. Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today! If you have any questions or want to learn more, please contact us. Let’s make this summer a season of growth and success for your child!
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