Is Summer Break Hurting Your Child’s Math Confidence? Here’s What You Can Do

May 19, 2025 | Roseville South

As summer approaches, most students look forward to long, carefree days — and they deserve it! But did you know that many kids lose 2–3 months of math skills during the break? It’s called the “summer slide”, and it affects confidence, test performance, and readiness for the next school year.

As a local educator and the owner of Mathnasium of Roseville South, I meet many students from Citrus Heights, Roseville, Granite Bay, and Antelope who start the school year behind — not because they weren’t capable, but because they simply didn’t practice during the summer.

Here’s what you can do:

💡 1. Keep Math Light, But Consistent

You don’t need to sit your child down for 2 hours of worksheets. Instead:

  • Play math games at dinner (ex: “What’s half of 16?”)

  • Estimate total costs at the grocery store

  • Let them calculate minutes left on a timer while cooking

🧠 2. Focus on Number Sense

If your child is still counting on their fingers for 7 + 8, they’re missing the number fluency that makes upper-level math easier. At Mathnasium, we start by building mental math strategies — not memorization, but real understanding.

✏️ 3. Try a Free Assessment

We offer a no-strings-attached math assessment at our Roseville South location (1000 Sunrise Ave). It shows exactly where your child stands — whether they’re behind or ready to get ahead.

☀️ Why Summer Is the Perfect Time to Catch Up

No school stress. Flexible schedules. And a chance to rebuild confidence without feeling behind. Our Unlimited Summer Math Program is designed for this. We offer:

  • Flexible hours

  • In-person and online options

  • A bonus free month in September

🎯 Final Thought

Math doesn’t have to be a struggle — not during the school year, and definitely not during summer. Let’s turn this break into a launchpad for your child’s confidence and success.

📞 Schedule your free assessment today at www.mathnasium.com/rosevillesouth or call (916) 500-0443.

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