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5 Ways to Stay Academically Sharp Over Winter Break

By Steven Darby - December 17, 2024

5 Ways to Stay Academically Sharp Over Winter Break
Staying mentally engaged over winter break doesn’t have to feel like work! There are plenty of easy, low-stress activities you can incorporate into your break to keep your mind active. This is especially useful for students who want to stay sharp in subjects like math and reading. Here are five fun ways to keep your brain engaged while still enjoying your time off.
1. Read for Fun
Winter break is the perfect time to pick up a book you’ve been meaning to read. Whether it’s fiction or nonfiction, reading strengthens your comprehension, vocabulary, and analytical skills.
Suggested Reading: Choose a novel, biography, or interesting non-fiction book. Even magazines or online articles on topics you enjoy can be great for keeping your mind active.

2. Play Educational Games
Games that require strategy, logic, or creativity are fantastic for stimulating your mind. Look for games that involve math, problem-solving, or vocabulary building.
Ideas for Games:
  • Word Games: Try Scrabble, Boggle, or crossword puzzles.
  • Strategy Games: Chess or strategy-based board games like Settlers of Catan.
  • Math Apps: Apps like Prodigy or Math Bingo make math practice fun.
3. Keep a Journal
Writing in a journal over break can help you process your thoughts and sharpen your writing skills. Use your journal to reflect on the past semester, jot down goals for the new year, or simply write about your daily experiences.
Journaling Prompts:
  • Write about your favorite memory from the semester.
  • List three goals you have for next semester.
  • Reflect on what you learned academically or personally this year.
4. Practice Quick Math Problems
To keep math skills fresh, spend a few minutes each day working on math exercises. It doesn’t have to be difficult – just enough to keep your problem-solving skills sharp.
Tips for Practice:
  • Use flashcards for multiplication, division, or algebraic equations.
  • Try a math challenge app for quick, daily practice.
  • Solve a few problems related to your current math class level.
5. Watch Educational Videos or Documentaries
Learning can be as simple as watching an interesting video! Explore documentaries on science, history, or art to learn something new without feeling like you’re studying.
Suggestions for Videos:
  • Science and Nature: Channels like National Geographic or BBC Earth.
  • History: Try the History Channel or YouTube channels like CrashCourse.
  • Math and Science: Look for engaging explainer videos on Khan Academy.

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