19-07-2025
Raleigh County Public Library aims to combat the ‘summer slide'
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – School is out, but the learning does not have stop. Staff with the Raleigh County Public Library have worked to bring students access to educational resources outside the classroom.
The summer months have traditionally always offered a well-earned break from school-related stress. But well over half of elementary school students fall behind in reading comprehension during this time, according to Horizon Education Centers. Raleigh County Public Library staff said members said they hope to give local students an edge this summer in learning and comprehension.
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'They call it the summer slide. Where kids will – if they don't have anything to keep them stimulated over the summer, their reading levels will actually start to go back,' librarian Beth Mills told 59News. 'So, it's really important to have these resources to help keep them on track and maybe even get a little ahead for next year's reading.'
From puzzles and games to summer reading programs, the library can offer a range of resources without the hefty price tag. People of all ages have been encouraged to stop by in the coming weeks to check out the new 'Summerween' spooky book display to keep their minds sharp this summer.
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