Avert Summer Brain Drain with Learning Resources and Outside Fun (Giveaway)

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Summer is officially here, so it’s time to go outside and play. While kids are thrilled school is out, it’s also a time to make sure they don’t lose all of their hard-earned knowledge from the previous year. 

Did you know that research has shown that the average student will lose up to 3 months of learning over the summer break? It’s true ! you can check out the article from the National Summer Learning Association, for that and more info on Summer Brain Drain!
Academic research shows that active play is a natural,and primary way that children learn.  It is essential to their healthy growth and progress, particularly during periods of rapid brain development. And most kids don't even realize how much they are LEARNING through play, especially when it's FUN!

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Engaging kids’ senses in the great outdoors is a great way to spark a child’s imagination, curiosity and learning!   Plus it makes a better hands-on learning experience, in an environment that is perfect for pretend play.Watch this video of fun ways to play and learn, to make it a summer your kids won't forget:



Learning Resources has some great products to help your kids to not only make their nature walks more fun, but more educational! Check them out"
Primary Science Binoculars

1. Practice Counting with Creatures: See who can spot and identify the most animals, birds, bugs and trees! The Primary Science Binoculars are sure to help them on their quest! Ages 3+. 

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2. Make magical creations and open your eyes to the world around you! Create leaf art on the ground, stack rocks, look for shapes and objects in the clouds, or bring a kid-friendly camera so they can capture these moments.


Primary Science Outdoor Discovery Set

3. Dig into discovery: Learn about bugs while playing in the dirt and collecting bugs in the Big View Bug Jar, part of the Primary Science Outdoor Discovery Set! Ages 3+. Set includes a sprouting jar with 2 lids, watering can, 3 plant pots, 3 plant markers, Big View Bug Jar, Handy Scooper™, and Activity Guide.

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Learn more ways to Turn Summer Brain Drain into Brain Gain by visiting the Learning Resources blog. And if you subscribe to the Learning Resources newsletter, you can get 20% off your first order!


  flashing Win

Primary Science Outdoor Discovery Set box

Giveaway:

One BTHM reader will win a Learning Resources Primary Science Outdoor Discovery Set,
for their young explorers! 

About Learning Resources: 

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