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Out of School Time: Issues, Activities and Information
Summer is here! CYFERnet has information and resources for positive summertime activities for the whole family.
Are you looking for activities to keep your family busy now that school is out? Check out some of the resources available through CYFERnet's Parent/Family section on Activities and Celebrations.
Children and teens are often looking for ways to occupy their time once the school year ends. CYFERnet has many resources to help young people get involved in worthwhile activities during the summer. Cyber Camp: virtual 4-H Camp is a fun, safe, and educational site for young people of all ages to explore. Also, check out the National Institute on Out-of-School Time for exciting opportunities for children, youth, and families to enjoy the summer.
Summer is a great time for children to enjoy reading. CYFERnet has many resources for young readers. If you have very young children at home, it is important to help them develop early Language and Reading Skills. If you have school age children at home, check out Education World Summer Reading to find an overview of great summer reading lists for this age group.
For most children, summer means lots of outdoor play. CYFERnet's Outdoor Safety Resources have ideas to keep your kids safe during the summer.
Out of school time for many children means more TV time. The American Academy of Pediatrics encourages parents to counteract the effects of media violence by monitoring children's television viewing and limiting it to no more than 1-2 hours per day. Visiting with children about real-life consequences of violence is also suggested. For more information visit Some Things You Should Know About Media Violence and Media Literacy, which is located on CYFERnet- Early Childhood.
Are you interested in working with children and youth during the summer? You could try starting an Out-of-School Program for the young people in your community. CYFERnet has the resources to help you get started.
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