CHICAGO (WLS) -- Lakeshore Learning has games and tips to help parents keep their kids learning all summer.
Kids can bring learning outdoors with water play using Float & Find Alphabet Bubbles. The set includes watertight plastic bubbles that help kids identify letters and letter sounds from A to Z. One side features a letter, and kids can flip it to see an image matching the beginning sound.
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Indoor play can be done using counting cones or a real-working cash register to help kids develop their math skills. Lakeshore Learning recommends giving older children chores and earning an allowance to practice counting, money management and math.
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