Parent Guide > Why Summer Makes Us Lazy
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "Why Summer Makes Us Lazy" by Maria Konnikova.
In "Why Summer Makes Us Lazy," Maria Konnikova explains the unexpected ways in which the weather can impact both our mood and productivity.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Beauty & Happiness and Resilience & Success as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"How can we achieve happiness?" and "Why do people succeed?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "Why Summer Makes Us Lazy" about?
- What did you learn about Beauty & Happiness?
- What did you learn about Resilience & Success?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: