Kids love their summer breaks. They get to turn off their thinking caps and play, play, play. Fortunately for parents, they can allow their kids lots of time for socializing and having fun while simultaneously combating the summer slide. Don’t let your kids’ reading and academic skills decline when they’re away from school. Help them retain the gains they’ve made from their early education program with these engaging and educational apps.

Learning Apps to Prevent the Summer Slide

Spelling Stage

Spelling is the foundation for writing and reading comprehension. Spelling Stage is a fun, engaging app for children for honing pre-reading skills. It uses a character-building system and introduces kids to new challenges as they progress.

YouTube Kids

YouTube Kids is home to countless educational  videos, with coverage that reinforces math, reading, and social studies content. When you download the app to your child’s mobile device, they’ll have access to child-centered resources guaranteed to spark new passions that will help them excel when they return to the classroom.

Quick Math

Kids can use the Quick Math app to review the fundamentals and advance to new levels of skill and confidence in problem solving and  mathematical operations. The app can also be configured to support personalized learning and used all year long to keep math abilities sharp.

If you’re looking for an engaging preschool or day care camp for your child, Big Blue Bird Early Childhood Center offers carefully designed and engaging programs. They’ve served Lexington, KY, for over 40 years and provide care for children from aged 6 weeks to 3 years. Their curriculum covers core educational components and promotes academic and social success. Visit their website to sample their offerings, or call (859) 299-9277 to speak with their admissions office.