This is a thought provoking and interesting Op-Ed by Kyle Redford. I am definitely one of those “just let them play” speech givers, but I understand what Kyle is saying here, and for students with learning challenges, summer can be a time of big gains. So yes, use this time wisely, but specific to the needs of each child.
Thanks, friend!
Read more about Kyle and her work at Yale here:
Head's Up, Kathleen McNamara 