"The Summer Slide" (article)

"The Summer Slide" refers to the phenomenon where students experience a decline in academic skills, particularly in reading and math, over the summer break. During this time, without regular practice or structured learning, students can forget some of what they learned during the school year, leading to setbacks that may affect their progress when they return to school. This gap can create challenges in catching up and may impact long-term academic achievement. To counteract this, educators and parents often encourage summer learning activities, such as reading and educational games, to help students retain their skills.