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But Is It Fun, Though?
by Deej Sharp

Well-meaning friends with no background in education love to offer me professional advice. My favorite is the ever reoccurring, “But have you tried to make learning fun?” My sarcastic instincts want to answer, “Of course not! I love boring my students to absolute tears – beat them over the head with the rubber hose of boredom, actually.” But I don’t answer that way, because that would be un-Christian of me.

But now, in the tradition of stating the obvious, I want to remind you parents out there – who already know a thing or two about teaching – to make summer learning fun. Here are some quick and dirty tips to keep in mind when looking for activities to involve your child in:

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Recommended Summer Reading List – Grades 6-8

by Deej Sharp 

Next week, I’ll have my high school list. Which I am insanely excited about.

1. The Giver by Louis Lowry – Jonas’ world is perfect. Everything is under control. There is no war or fear or pain. There are no choices. Every person is assigned a role in the Community. When Jonas turns twelve, he is singled out to receive special training from The Giver. The Giver alone holds the memories of the true pain and pleasure of life. Now, it is time for Jonas to receive the truth. There is no turning back.

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Dear Lovely Readers,

Please note that this is the last day of The Sharp Point’s Q&A. Look for more installments of this summer series each Thursday. Thank you for reading!

~Ro

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The Sharp Point Q&A

by Deej Sharp

Parent Question

My 8^th grader loves to read, but struggles when it comes to reading comprehension. How can I help?

New Summer Series: The Sharp Point

 

I am so proud to introduce Son and Sun’s first contributor, Deej Sharp! She will be joining our community this summer to share articles on Thursdays that will help parents continue to nurture their children’s love of learning during the summer break. Check back tomorrow and Monday-Wednesday for answers to questions from parents about keeping kids academically engaged during the summer.

And now, let me allow her to introduce herself!