Keep the Learning Going this Summer

Stay Engaged and Ready for Fall!

To help students return to school confident and prepared, we’ve designed summer work to keep brains active and prevent the all-too-common “summer slide.” We’re counting on your support to encourage regular practice, in whatever way works best for your child and your family.

🔹 Two Types of Summer Work:

Required Work (Grades 3 – 7): These reading and math assignments must be completed and returned by August 15th.

Recommended Work (Grades K-2): These are helpful, engaging activities that are optional but strongly encouraged. Feel free to adapt the guide to suit your family’s summer routine.

Make Summer Learning Fun!

In addition to your child’s schoolwork, check out these fun local and national programs designed to make reading and learning even more exciting:

📖 Charleston County Public Library Summer Reading Program

Theme: Read Around the World! Open to all ages, CCPL’s program offers prizes, events, and great book ideas. Visit your local branch or go online to get started.

📚 Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program

Students in grades 1–6 can read eight books, complete this Reading Journal, and redeem it in-store for a free book during July or August.

🧠 Wonder Works Summer Workbook Challenge

Head to Wonder Works Toy Store and purchase a Summer Brain Quest workbook. If your child completes the entire book by the end of August, they can bring it back for 50% off any toy of their choice—Wonder Works’ biggest discount of the year! ✏️📖🎉

🎉 Earn a Special Prize from Your Teacher!

Any child who completes one or more of the additional summer challenges above—CCPL, Barnes & Noble, or Wonder Works—will receive a special prize from their teacher when they return to school in August! Just send in a photo or quick note showing their participation, and we’ll take care of the rest.

We can’t wait to hear about the amazing stories, adventures, and discoveries your children experience through reading and learning this summer.

  • RISING KINDERGARTEN

    Click Here to Download Summer Work for Rising Kindergarteners.»

    Rising Kindergarten students can build strong early habits with simple daily reading and playful number practice. Suggested activities include reading aloud together, practicing letters and sounds, and counting games. These activities are not required but will help your child feel confident and ready for the first day of school.

    • Reading & Language Activities
      • Letter Hunts: Practice letter recognition and sounds using signs, books, and labels.
      • Name Writing: Try chalk, playdough, or Kidzone tracing sheets.
      • Daily Read-Aloud: Read together 15–20 minutes a day. Try Storyline Online.
    • Math Readiness
      • Number Games: Practice numbers 1–20 with scavenger hunts and counting objects.
      • Sorting & Patterns: Use cereal, beads, or buttons to make patterns (AB, ABB, ABC).
      • One-to-One Correspondence: Count items out loud one by one.
    • Fine Motor & Social-Emotional Skills
      • Cutting, Tracing, & Playdough: Build strength for writing.
      • Following Directions: Play “Simon Says” and practice multi-step tasks.
      • Independence: Practice zipping, handwashing, and packing a bag.

  • Click Here to Download Summer Work for Rising FIRST Graders »

    Students entering 1st Grade are encouraged to keep practicing reading, handwriting, and early math facts over the summer. Suggested activities include sight word practice, reading aloud daily, and simple addition and subtraction games. This work is optional but strongly encouraged to support a smooth start in August.

    • Reading:
      • Read or be read to for 15 minutes daily
      • Explore books, signs, recipes, and comics
      • Build listening and vocabulary skills

  • Click Here to Download Summer Work for Rising SECOND Graders »
    Rising 2nd graders can strengthen their reading fluency and number sense with fun activities, such as daily reading, journal writing, and practicing math facts. These activities are not required but are highly recommended to keep skills sharp for the new school year.

    • Reading:
      • Aim for 45 minutes per week; try reading in everyday situations
      • Visit the library and encourage reading aloud
    • Math:
      • Practice addition & subtraction facts to 20
      • Use flashcards or real-life math (e.g., money, measuring)
    • Educational Sites:
      • Epic, Funbrain, IXL, Starfall, PBS Kids, Khan Academy