Summers Matter: 10 Things Every Parent, Teacher, & Principal Should Know About June, July, & August

by Matthew Boulay

Written in an engaging and fast-paced style, “Summers Matter” is a fun and easy read that will empower parents and educators alike. Readers will be entertained by the quotes and anecdotes, surprised by the facts, and, ultimately, encouraged by the knowledge that they can - and should - foster learning even when schools are closed.

Mixing evidence, stories and expert accounts in a highly readable format, Summers Matter introduces readers to the problem of summer learning loss and provides tips and guidance for parents, teachers, and principals. Amid the bruising battles over how to transform our system of education, summer learning promises a clean slate. By turning our attention to this forgotten season, this groundbreaking book will reinvigorate the American way of learning and schooling.

In short, Summers Matter makes a convincing argument that the months of June, July, and August are as important as the months from September through May.

138 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 1, 2016

About the author

Matthew Boulay is the founder of the non-profit National Summer Learning Association and co-editor of two books on summer learning.

A former elementary school teacher in New York City, Boulay earned a PhD in Sociology and Education from Columbia University's Teachers College, and was recently named one of the 25 most influential people in out-of-school time learning. He lives in Oregon with his wife and two children. Learn more at www.SummerLearning.org.