It’s summertime and school’s out. Your children are celebrating and you’re wondering what to do to keep them entertained and out of trouble. Go to the library and have every member of the family check out some books. Reading is the best thing you can do for your child this summer to sustain his educational knowledge. Research has shown that students lose what they don’t practice. Reading will keep your child’s imagination alive. Discuss the books with your child. Question them about the main idea. Determine if they are gaining an understanding of the book. Read with your child. For a child to see a parent reading is particularly important. It shows your child that you value reading. When the parent values reading and education, your child is more likely to do the same.