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Summer is here and that means it’s time for baseball games, barbecues, camping trips and other vacations.

However, it’s also a time for continued learning, whether you’re staying at home or out on the go exploring your community and beyond.

Research shows that children who don’t read over the summer risk losing up to three months of important skills they obtained during the school year, and for students from economically disadvantaged communities, as many as 80 percent are at risk of falling behind academically.

“The summer learning slide is an issue for most children,” said Carol H. Rasco, president and CEO of Reading Is Fundamental. “To minimize learning loss, we have developed activities and booklists to inspire the imaginations of children of all ages this summer.”

Whether families are planning a staycation or a vacation to a far away destination, reading and

sharing stories together is easier than

ever. Always have a book, mobile phone or tablet handy for reading and use these activities to help your children thrive during the summer months.

In your own backyardStaycations aren’t just for those

on a limited budget; they provide an opportunity for the family to research and explore places in their neighborhoods. From a hike in a state park to a day at the county fair, there are lots of places to go near you.

• Visit a museum or art gallery. When you get home, use sidewalk chalk to make your own mural or paint your own masterpiece.

• Have a “book-nic.” Grab a blanket, snacks and books to celebrate a beautiful summer day together.

• Plan a backyard camping trip for friends. List all the things you will need to survive the night outside, including a flashlight to read scary stories.

• Visit the library and check out books about local birds or insects. Go on an adventure walk to see what ones you can find in your neighborhood.

• Walk around your neighborhood

and look at the houses. Draw pictures of your favorites and make up stories about someone who might be in them.

On the goVacations and adventures are

filled with easy ways to expand your child’s mind, vocabulary and creative side. Be sure to talk about what you see, where you’re going and what you loved most about your trip.

• Hit the library before you leave, or download 50 free e-books at RIF.org/50ebooks, to make sure everyone in the family has a book to enjoy during downtime.

• Play the alphabet game and find objects beginning with letters from A-Z while traveling.

• Browse online and look at maps together to identify where you will visit, how far you will travel and keep track of any must-see places or must-do activities along your route.

• Write letters to friends and family. Tell them all about your adventures away from home.

• Keep an explorer’s journal. Draw pictures of your favorite sites and keep notes about what you learned and how places differ from home.

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Jaunts to the beach are par for the course come summertime.

Thousands of people flock to the coasts of oceans and

lakes to enjoy refreshing dips into the water and soak up some rays on the sand. But enjoyable days can turn somewhat aggravating if sand from the beach was not washed off prior to leaving the surf and sun behind.

Ensuring sand stays at the beach and isnÕt tracked home may require a little patience, but it is possible to hit the beach without taking sand home.

•Arrive prepared. Bring supplies to the beach that will make it easy to keep sand from finding its way into your car or home. A large trash bag, some extra towels that never hit the sand and some moist wipes to clean leftover sand off your arms and legs can help you leave the sand at the beach where it belongs. Also, establish a time to leave the beach well in advance so everyone has time to clean up.

• Reserve bags specifically for the beach. Reserve bags for the sole task of transporting items to and from the beach so you are not

adding to your collection of bags that have sand on them with each beach visit you make. These also can be used to store sandy kids’ toys. • Protect electronics and other sensitive items. Sand can damage

phones, tablets and other electronics. Zip-top bags provide ample storage and can keep devices safe from sand that can be lodged in crevices or can scratch screens.

• Clean sand off of clothes and chairs in the parking lot. Give clothes, beach chairs and other items exposed to sand a good shake or wipe-down in the parking lot before driving home. Give extra attention to sunblock-covered bodies. Sprinkle some cornstarch or baby powder on your skin before toweling off, as doing so can help release any sand that’s stubbornly sticking to your skin. Do not forget to wipe off sandy feet as well.

• Wrap up towels and sandy items. Put anything used to wipe off sand into a garbage bag and make sure it is tied tightly. After shaking the items off in the parking lot, do so again in

your yard before dropping them into the hamper.

• Keep dry towels in the car. Even the most ardent cleaner may still track some sand along. Placing towels over the seats in the car will catch any errant sand. Towels also protect the seats from damp swimsuits.

• Do an extra cleaning at home. Hose down any chairs and items brought to the beach once you return home. This will dislodge any remaining sand and prevent it from being tracked inside.

• Store belongings in a shed or garage. Avoid tracking sand indoors by keeping beach supplies in the garage or a backyard shed.

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Many people go to great lengths to adhere to eco-friendly lifestyles at home.

That devotion to the environment may or may not continue when those same people travel, but it is entirely possible for travelers to take their eco-conscious behaviors with them on the road.

Whether traveling for personal or professional reasons, travelers can implement a handful of simple strategies to reduce their carbon

footprints while away from home.

• Rent a hybrid or eco-friendly vehicle. If you will be renting a car during your trip, book a hybrid vehicle or a small, fuel-efficient model to cut back on fuel consumption. Many vehicles are now equipped with “eco mode,” a feature that typically forces the transmission to upshift sooner than it normally would in an effort to conserve fuel. Cars in eco mode may seem somewhat sluggish, but that sluggishness is actually the eco mode doing its job. It might take some getting used to, but driving in

eco mode can help travelers reduce their vehicles’ fuel consumption.

• Reuse towels at the hotel. Many hotels now ask guests to reuse towels in order to conserve water. Guests who want to make their hotel stays as eco-friendly as possible should work with hotels and reuse their towels for as long as possible. If visiting a resort, try to use the same pool or

beach towel for as long as possible as well.

• Patronize restaurants that offer locally grown foods. Another way to be eco-friendly when traveling is to eat your meals at restaurants that use only locally grown foods and ingredients. Eating local reduces the need to transport foods across long distances, cutting back on fuel costs as a result. In addition, proponents of eating local foods insist that locally grown foods taste fresher than foods brought in from afar.

• Use mass transportation. When possible, use mass transportation rather than relying on taxis or car services. Take a bus or train from the airport to your hotel, and ride the subway or just walk when sightseeing.

Many travelers insist that riding mass transportation when visiting a city provides a much more realistic experience of life in that city than traveling by cab or driving alone.Travelers need not leave their eco-friendly sensibilities at home when traveling.

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The kids are out of school and you’ve been stockpiling your vacation time for months. It’s prime time to hit the

road (or skies) for a well-deserved getaway. But before you dust off that suitcase, take some time to assess the protection of one of your most valuable travel tools - your smartphone.

Your personal travel guideA recent survey conducted by

Asurion, the recognized industry leader in technology protection, found that 77 percent of travelers say their phone is either “very” or “extremely” important to have while traveling. In fact, 46 percent of those surveyed revealed they use their mobile phone to research vacation information, such as destinations and deals. Other popular uses include booking transportation tickets, making dining reservations and using special travel-related apps downloaded to their phone.

Protecting your phoneIt’s easy to see that smartphones

are critical for summer travel. Since nothing ruins a vacation like a lost, stolen or damaged cellphone, be sure to consider these tips before heading out:

• Use a good screen protector and invest in a quality cover or case. This is an easy and inexpensive way to prevent scratching, cracks and other external damage.

• Invest in mobile protection for

your phone with a company such as Asurion, which provides a complete suite of technology protection products to safeguard your family from the disaster of a lost, stolen or damaged cellphone.

• Plug the phone charger into a power surge protector.

• Password-protect your phone. In the event it is lost or stolen, it will be your first line of defense against identity theft.

• Install an anti-theft application on your child’s device to locate or lock it and wipe data.

• Back up your child’s phone regularly to recover pictures, music and contacts quickly.

Dangerous locationsProtecting your phone also

includes keeping it from thieves. When Asurion asked smartphone users where they experienced the theft of their device, the most common settings were locations that you might find yourself while on vacation, including:

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• Store or mall

• Parking lot

• Public transportation

Tips to prevent phone theft

There are several steps you can take to reduce the risk of smartphone theft, including the following:

• Keep the phone in a pocket or purse where it will be out of site.

• Use a Bluetooth device to be able to keep the phone safely tucked away.

• Use headphones when listening to music.

• Password-protect the phone.

• Be aware of surroundings when in public. Focusing on texting, email, social media or any other mobile application puts users at risk.

• Have an application that will remotely lock the smartphone and wipe the data if necessary.

• Don’t set a smartphone out on a table.

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Sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite - may have been a clever thing to say when tucking children in at night, but bed bugs are more than just child’s play.

Bed bugs have long been a threat to humans and other animals. Archaeologists have found fossilized bed bugs in human dwellings in Egypt that date back roughly 3,550 years. Greek playwrights have mentioned them, and they’re even referenced in the Talmud.

Even though bed bugs are commonly associated with areas void of cleanliness, just about any person can end up with a bed bug infestation. That’s because bed bugs are very good at hitchhiking. They can nestle into small crevices, such as in the cracks of suitcases, clothing and linens. Then those same bed bugs can take up residence in another home, dormitory or office.

The National Pest Management Association says bed bug encounters have become more common in public places in recent years. Travelers need to protect themselves by learning how bed bugs operate and how to prevent them from becoming a problem.

The following are some fast facts about bed bugs.

• Bed bugs are found living with humans worldwide. • Bed bugs feed on human blood to survive and reproduce, feeding roughly every three to seven days.

• While an immature female bed bug or a male bed bug will not cause an infestation in a home, all it takes is one pregnant female to lay eggs anywhere she wanders. It takes eggs only six to 10 days to hatch, according to the National Pesticide Information Center.

• Bed bugs can survive cold temperatures and go months without feeding. Drying out kills bed bugs in isolated areas more

so than not feeding.

With this knowledge in mind, people can prevent bed bugs from becoming a problem. The NPMA recommends the following bed bug prevention tips, particularly during and after staying in a public place. • Pull back sheets and inspect mattress seams for telltale bed bug stains. Inspect the entire room, including sofas and chairs and behind the headboard, before unpacking. Notify management of anything suspect and change rooms or establishments immediately. • If you need to change rooms, don’t move to a room adjacent or directly above or below the suspected infestation.

• Keep suitcases in plastic trash bags or protective covers during your stay to prevent bed bugs from nesting there. • When home, inspect suitcases before bringing them into the house and vacuum them before storing.

• Wash all clothes - even those you did not wear - in hot water if you suspect the presence of bed bugs and their eggs.

• Inspect yourself for any bites. While a bed bug bite may not hurt, it can cause itching and irritation. Presence of bites is a clear indication that bed bugs are around and need to be treated.

Bed bugs can be problematic. With the increase in travel or the start of a new school year, bed bugs can start spreading to new areas. Be diligent in your efforts to prevent infestations.

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Summer is the perfect time for outdoor recreational activities, from ballpark tailgates and camping trips

to backyard barbecues or simply hosting a party outside. Portable generators can be used to make these activities even more enjoyable, but their exhaust fumes can pose serious risks. So before you head out to enjoy a fun summer day, make sure you’re ready to protect your family from the potential dangers associated with portable generator use.

Whether you’re planning outdoor fun for your backyard, a local park or the open wilderness, portable generators can take your outdoor recreation and summer fun to the next level. Portable generators make it possible to cook, use a cooling fan, play festive music, power a karaoke machine or even light up a string of twinkling lights to help set the stage for a great time.

“Some of our most beloved summer traditions can be even more enjoyable with electricity from a portable generator, but there are some notable risks,” said Susan Orenga, representative for the Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association (PGMA). “Proper handling and taking the appropriate safety precautions can help ensure that users fully appreciate the benefits of portable power.”

The most serious risk comes from

exhaust fumes containing carbon monoxide, a gas you cannot smell, see or taste. Excess exposure can have fatal consequences for both people and animals.

This summer, portable generators will be used for a variety of applications, providing a convenient, flexible energy source that is easily transportable. Taking proper safety precautions will help ensure you can enjoy the many benefits and capabilities of portable generator use without putting yourself or others in danger.

Before you use a portable generator to power up your summer activities, keep these safety tips from PGMA top of mind:

• To avoid dangerous carbon monoxide accumulation, always “Take It Outside.” Never run a portable generator indoors or in partially enclosed spaces, including garages,

porches, campers or tents.

• Always place a portable generator downwind and point the engine exhaust away from occupied spaces, such as a campsite, tailgate

or seating area.

• If you feel sick, dizzy or weak while using your portable generator, get to fresh air immediately and call 911 for emergency medical attention.

• Install a battery-operated carbon monoxide alarm according to manufacturer’s instructions.

• Always refer to the generator’s owner manual for further information about safe operation and potential

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The number of people sharing their homes and rides has increased at steady rates across America based on

increasing demand for less expensive and better vacation rentals and carpools. Now, landowners can join the sharing economy and benefit by sharing their land and hosting campers.

In recent years, the number of people going camping has steadily grown, leaving many state and national parks overcrowded and booked up months in advance. Hipcamp.com, an online resource for listing, discovering and booking unique places to stay in nature, is unlocking previously inaccessible pieces of land and creating more campsites for the growing population of campers. This also meets a common need amongst private landowners who can now host campers and earn money toward keeping their land undeveloped and natural.

“We’re dedicated to building the largest network of private landowners, including farmers, ranchers and vineyard owners, through which we can support them in keeping their land and taking better care of it, which we know isn’t always possible,” said Alyssa Ravasio, Hipcamp founder and CEO. “It’s a great way for landowners to earn money and cultivate a community of nature lovers all while sharing their special property with people who respect and have a low impact on the land. Not surprisingly, our private camps are some of the

most popular with our campers.”

Building on the growing trend of diversifying revenue, this can be an attractive prospect for landowners as it helps them protect their land all while increasing access to nature for their local communities. Several Hipcamp hosts have earned $5,000, $6,000 and even up to $13,000 in their first six months hosting during the peak summer season. This additional revenue can be used to help offset property taxes, monitoring fees, barn-building or just put a little extra cash in your pocket while keeping your land privately held.

“Hipcamp has allowed us to keep our land the way it is,” said Mackenzie O’Donnell, host at Mendocino Magic, California. “I don’t have to think about selling it because the business model supports our long term plans. The empty promise of a bulk sale would bring cash to my family,

but the dream of keeping the land protected, respected and accessible would die.”

At the same time, camper demand is outpacing the number of available campsites, creating increased opportunity for landowners. For example, California has more than 250,000 Hipcamp users, but only 200 campsites listed.

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