Marshall's summer
Especially made for Marshall
Summer recommendations
Summer is a time to rest and relax but I also want to avoid the summer slide. I want to keep up the rigor by recommending some camps based on interest and need.
Math Camp
Greenhill offers a "Making the Most" of math camp. This camp combines many fun activities such as art, music and movement while incorporating math. The camp is offered multiple times over the summer. Check out: http://issuu.com/greenhill_school/docs/greenhill_smmr_ctlg_2014
Play-Well TEKnologies
This camp looks like it combines all of what Marhall loves: engineering and legos. Visit the website to learn more http://www.play-well.org This camp is offered at Hockaday.
Camp Invention
I directed this camp last summer. What I love about this camp is that it is much like my teaching style. Students get to learn and create things. They do not follow a set model; it is truly 21st century learning. Check out the videos to learn more. http://www.youtube.com/user/CampInvention
Camp Invention will be at the Upper Campus July 21-25. Register through ESD Summer Camps or Camp Invention.
Summer Reading
The best advice I can give anyone is to read over the summer. Did you know that your child can get a plethora of prizes just for reading? I have listed below some of my favorites. I highly encourage you to "double-dip" in these programs. I would gather all of the logs and then start recording your reading.
Public Library Summer Reading
All of the area public libraries offer a free summer reading challenge. Participants can get tickets to the circus, a summer musical and a Rangers game all for reading.
Barnes and Noble Summer Reading
Go to Barnes and Noble to get the reading log. Read eight books and log them. Turn in the reading log and you will get a free book.
Chuck E. Cheese
Download and print out the Chuck E Cheese Reading Rewards calendar. Mark the days off with a pen or sticker as your child accomplishes their goals. Bring it in completed to Chuck E. Cheeseās and receive 10 free tokens as a reward.