Summer Resources

Kids that get the whole summer off from school can use the break to enjoy themselves and just be kids. You can use the days that are either too hot or rainy to be outdoors in a constructive way.  Help keep their brains sharp with entertaining games and activities that help increase their critical thinking and problem solving skills.  Designate some time each day for reading and creative play.  At Learning Is Fun Store, we have software solutions perfect for almost any child.

For a wide variety of fun games that will keep any child entertained for hours, try 1001 Kidz Games.  It is loaded with arcade and sports style games, but, is also mixed with a healthy dose of brain teasers and challenging  puzzles that will exercise the grey matter.  Designed to be easy for children to use and maneuver through, it is a fantastic bargain for under $10.00.

Everyone knows the magic of Disney movies, but, did you know that they have a huge selection of online books for kids of all ages and interests?  Perfect for summer, you can get a trial subscription at a discount rate with a Disney Digital Books 3 Month Subscription.  There are over six hundred books available online and the subscription covers up to three children along with a parental account to keep track of their progress and give them words of encouragement.  There are challenging activities and the option to hear stories read to them with charming character voices, sound effects and music.

Older children (11+) will get a good workout with NeuroActive Program Learning.  Developed by educators and brain experts to help develop learning ability.  Not as daunting as it sounds, it is actually a collection of fun games and exercises that improve learning, make reading faster, boost memory, retention and problem sovling skills.  It is recommended that the program be used at least three times a week for fifteen to twenty minutes.  It will help keep your kids ready for the next school year.