What is a “good summer” for kids with learning disabilities?
For kids with learning disabilities, summer break doesn’t need to be all about learning or just about fun. A healthy summer includes a mix of both.
Episode 77 of the Opportunity Gap: For Families Navigating Special Education podcast, hosted by Understood.org, titled "What is a “good summer” for kids with learning disabilities?" was published on July 2, 2025 and runs 18 minutes.
July 2, 2025 ·18m · Opportunity Gap: For Families Navigating Special Education
Summary
For kids with learning disabilities, summer break doesn’t need to be all about learning or just about fun. A healthy summer includes a mix of both.
Episode Description
In this episode, Julian Saavedra breaks down what makes a good summer for kids with learning differences. Find out why rest is important for kids. And learn simple activities to help kids stay active and involved during the break.
Related resources
- 6 summer learning apps and games for tweens and teens
- Summer guide for families
- Summer survival guide: Hacks to help your family thrive
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