Summer reading is important for keeping literacy skills strong, but it can be especially challenging for kids who are still developing executive functioning skills like planning, focus, and self-monitoring.
These students may struggle to pace themselves, manage distractions, or remember to read consistently—turning what should be a relaxed learning experience into a source of stress.
With a little structure and support, though, summer reading can still be a positive and achievable goal.
If you kids are having trouble, try printing this game board, which breaks the process of choosing a book and project into more manageable steps. This works well for upper elementary, middle, and high school.
Remember to take breaks and celebrate small successes!
This is a 3-page printable, but the most important page to print is page #3. (The actual board game!) Spring for a color copy if you can, stick it up on the fridge, and watch the progress unfold.