Philly.com – Sarah Levin Allen, Ph.D., CBIS
“Summer brain drain has been a common fear of parents and educators for decades. Research shows that students return to school approximately one month behind academically…That said, there are ways children can use the summer to not only maintain their academic knowledge, but expand it as well. This is the perfect time for them to regain their love of learning and explore what excites them. They can then reflect on what they’ve learned and why it is important. Exercise for the brain is part of a healthy lifestyle, just like with physical exercise…Here’s a workout plan designed to strengthen your child’s brain this summer:”(more)