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Kids lose up to 20% of their reading progress over summer break—and it’s not just about reading less: vocabulary and spelling skills dip too. With screen time soaring for most kids and only 14% reading daily, experts warn this yearly slide compounds over time. Vocabulary growth slows without conversation and word exposure, leaving parents anxious. But new initiatives are stepping in—like spelling bee kits and word games on product packaging—to make learning fun at home and in classrooms, helping kids rebuild confidence and skills before school even starts.

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