Summer Fit Activity Books move summer learning beyond academics to also prepare children physically and socially for the grade ahead. Academic exercises are based on Common Core standards and include skills in math, reading, writing, language arts and science. Fitness exercises are designed to jump start the recommended 60 minutes of active play a day that children need to grow up healthy. Role models from throughout the world including Abraham Lincoln, Gandhi and Harriet Tubman help reinforce core values such as honesty, respect and trustworthiness. Summer Fit extends the summer learning experience online with free reading and math digital downloads, book reports, health and wellness activities and fitness videos. * Based on Common Core: math, reading, writing, language arts and science * Exercises jump start the recommended 60 minutes of daily movement and play * Role models reinforce core values, good character and social skills * Integrated academics and physical activities reinforce the importance of the "body-brain" connection * Free digital downloads AUTHOR: Kelly Terrill, Portia Marin SERIES NAME: Summer Fit PUBLISHER: Midpoint Trade Books Inc EDITION: Student PAGES: 124 FICTION: No PUBLISH DATE: 04/01/2011 ADULT: Yes FORMAT: Paperback YEAR: 2011 ISBN: 9780976280071 ITEM NUMBER: MIDPO628007