Jumpstart to Kindergarten: Summer Academic Readiness Kit

Jumpstart to Kindergarten is a flexible, engaging summer learning solution built for Pre-K Summer Bridge Programs. Grounded in the Science of Reading and aligned to Early Learning and Development Standards, this comprehensive program supports academic readiness and physical development with hands-on, play-based learning.

The Summer Academic Kit is designed to strengthen early literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking through structured, hands-on learning.

Literacy Language Development

• 12-Book Pre-K Science of Reading Pack – Fiction and nonfiction titles support read-alouds and group instruction
• Teacher Guide – Scope and sequence with developmentally appropriate activities
• Phonics Games Dominoes – CVC words, rhyming, beginning sounds
• My ABCs Thumball – Kinesthetic vocabulary practice

Early Math Readiness

• Numbers Thumball – Playful counting and number sense
• Bear Counters Match Me® Games – Sorting, patterning, number matching
• Magnetic Numbers – Tactile exploration of early math concepts

STEM Discovery

• STEM Challenge Jr. Cards – Promote inquiry and problem-solving
• Social Studies Themes – Community, identity, and belonging
• Health Nutrition Tie-Ins – Build wellness awareness