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3 ways to encourage young readers this summer
By Laura Harris at NBC DFW
· June 5, 2026
· 2 min read
Summer is a time for fun, but also a time that could mean educational loss for kids. "Kids can lose months of learning during the summer months," Executive Director at Reading Partners North Texas Jennifer Quick said. "Summer reading is so important to combat the summer slide and make sure that kids
Key takeaway "We provided 683 students with over 16,000 individualized tutoring sessions supported by over 400 volunteers," Quick said about the 2025-2026 school year.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
For Fort Worth families, the summer slide poses a significant threat to the academic progress made by students in the Fort Worth ISD and neighboring districts. As a city with a strong educational presence, including Texas Christian University, it's crucial that parents and caregivers take proactive steps to encourage young readers. The suggestions from Reading Partners North Texas, a local nonprofit with a proven track record of empowering young readers, offer a valuable starting point. By incorporating reading into daily activities, leveraging the resources of local libraries, and utilizing free online resources, families can help combat the summer slide. As the city's students prepare to return to school in the fall, it's essential that they have the support they need to start the year on a strong footing, and summer reading programs can play a critical role in making that happen.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 5, 2026 ·
Source: NBC DFW ·
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What is this story about? Summer is a time for fun, but also a time that could mean educational loss for kids. "Kids can lose months of learning during the summer months," Executive Director at Reading Partners North Texas Jennifer Quick said. "Summer reading is so important to combat the summer slide and make sure that kids
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