Only 31% of parents have heard about the Summer Slide.

Parents say teachers & schools are the #1 source of information on the Summer Slide.

Summer slide is the loss of skills during the time when students are not in school.

Kids & Family Reading Report^™: Canadian Edition

84% of kids ages 6-17 agree.

96% of parents agree.

Reading books during the summer helps kids during the school year!

Kids & Family Reading Report^™: Canadian Edition

Top ways parents ensure their child reads over the summer.

Take kids to the library: 58% Ages 6-11 / 49% ages 12-17

Take books on trips and vacations: 49% Ages 6-11 / 39% ages 12-17

Get books from school book club or book fair: 44% Ages 6-11 / 32% ages 12-17

Find book series so there are multiple books to read: 38% Ages 6-11 / 38% ages 12-17

Build reading into child's daily summer routine or schedule: 38% Ages 6-11 / 27% ages 12-17

Kids & Family Reading Report^™: Canadian Edition

Contrary to popular belief, 76% of kids agree.

"I enjoy reading books over the summer."

Kids & Family Reading Report^™: Canadian Edition