As the summer begins, you must have a learning plan in place for kids or they could spend a lot of time doing the things you do not want them to do like watching TV or playing video games. Also, be realistic -- Are you excited about the next school year after three months off?  Summer presents the opportunity help kids excel.   Use this time to review or build on their skills.  Take advantage of the programs that promote independence and success without much of your intervention.  Besides, we spend most of our time cleaning up messes and making lunch.  Let these great programs making learning fun for your child, while you "relax".  Check out the risk-free trial!