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Book Review Summer Big Fun Workbook Bridging Grades 1 & 2 Summer Before Second Grade Prep Workbook for Spelling, Readi...

by Highlights Learning

Book Details

Publisher:IXL Learning, Inc.
Published:2025-04-18
Pages:147
Format:paperback
Language:en
ISBN:1684372909

Reading Info

Age Range:8-12

About This Book

Prepare your child for second grade success with this award-winning, activity-packed summer workbook from Highlights, trusted by parents with over 450,000 series copies sold! Aligned with state standards and organized week-by-week, this workbook strikes the perfect balance between reviewing important skills and introducing new concepts, ensuring your child is ready and excited to thrive in second grade. Skills Covered: ยท Vowels and consonants ยท Syllables ยท Parts of speech ยท Cursive writing ยท Rea

Our Review

This summer workbook provides a comprehensive bridge between first and second grade, offering week-by-week activities that review foundational reading skills while introducing new concepts like cursive writing and parts of speech. The structured approach covers essential literacy development including vowel and consonant practice, syllable recognition, and early grammar concepts, all aligned with state educational standards. Parents will appreciate the organized progression that systematically builds confidence through achievable daily exercises, transforming summer downtime into productive learning moments without overwhelming young learners.

What distinguishes this resource is its thoughtful balance between skill reinforcement and new challenge introduction, preventing the summer slide while keeping children engaged with varied activities. The inclusion of cursive writing practice offers a valuable head start on a typically second-grade skill, while the reading comprehension exercises build critical thinking abilities. Children who benefit from consistent structure and parents seeking a trusted, ready-to-use academic supplement will find this workbook particularly effective for maintaining educational momentum during summer break, ensuring a smooth transition into the new school year.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction