School's Out, But Learning's Still In with IXL's New Summer Workbooks

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May 13, 2025, 08:15 ET

Summer slide, who? IXL's Ultimate Summer Workbooks keep kids sharp wherever they go

SAN MATEO, Calif., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Summer break might be just around the corner, but that doesn't mean learning has to hit pause. IXL Learning, the team behind the world's most trusted personalized learning platforms, has released The Ultimate Summer Workbooks—a new series designed to help kids stay sharp without cutting into their summer fun. Made for students moving from grades 1–4, each workbook blends math, reading, science and social studies into a daily dose of engaging practice.

Each workbook is organized into 12 weeks of five-day practice, with two pages of activities a day that learners can finish in 15 minutes or less.

Filled with colorful illustrations, carefully crafted questions and playful challenges, these workbooks help students start the new school year strong.

Whether kids are road-tripping, camping or just hanging out at home, these all-in-one workbooks are a great way to reinforce key skills, boost confidence and help them start the new school year strong.

Just 15 minutes a day keeps the summer slide away
The dreaded "summer slide" is real. Research shows that students can lose hard-earned academic ground over the break, especially in math and reading. But just a few hours of learning each week can make a big difference. Each IXL Ultimate Summer Workbook is organized into 12 weeks of five-day practice, with two pages of activities a day that learners can finish in 15 minutes or less. Along the way, kids track their progress with stickers, take brain breaks and explore activities that get them moving, thinking or creating.

"Parents want their kids to enjoy summer, but they also want them to keep learning," said Kate Mattison, Vice President of Curriculum at IXL Learning. "These workbooks make that possible in a way that feels fun for the whole family."

A workbook for every stage
The IXL Ultimate Summer Workbooks are available in three editions:

For students moving from 1st to 2nd grade: Focuses on fact fluency, telling time, phonics, map skills, weather and more
From 2nd to 3rd grade: Covers multi-digit math, grammar, reading comprehension, natural resources and basic economics
From 3rd to 4th grade: Builds skills in division, figurative language, poetry, geography and physical science topics

Packed with variety
Every workbook is filled with colorful illustrations, carefully crafted questions and playful challenges across four core elementary school subjects. For example, learners might read a map of a fictional island and use geographic clues to answer questions. Creative activities are sprinkled throughout: brain breaks include physical and sensory prompts, along with beyond-the-book ideas to keep curiosity alive.

And because IXL is known for its award-winning online platform, each workbook also connects to extra digital practice on IXL.com. Parents or learners can type the skill ID from the top of the page into the search bar on IXL to access interactive content that matches the written lesson. With instant feedback, personalized guidance and in-depth video tutorials across more than 17,000 topics, IXL.com is the perfect complement.

IXL's Ultimate Summer Workbooks are now available for purchase through Amazon, Walmart, Carson Dellosa and other major retailers.

In good company
The Ultimate Summer Workbooks are the newest addition to IXL's growing collection of print learning resources. They join the IXL Ultimate Math Workbooks, already a favorite among families for their colorful pages and comprehensive approach to K–8 math.

"Bought this for homeschooling a five year old—he absolutely LOVES this book and LOVES math as a result," wrote parent Elizabeth J. in an online review. "It is challenging enough that he is learning a great deal, yet interesting enough to keep his attention. Very happy with his results!"

With the new Ultimate Summer line, IXL brings that same energy and excellence to a broader range of subjects—helping kids build skills wherever summer takes them.

About IXL Learning
IXL Learning has revolutionized educational technology since its founding in 1998. Today, the company leads the world of education through innovation and provides a diverse set of products and services that help learners develop skills in math, literacy, language, and more. IXL Learning's brands include IXL, Rosetta Stone, Dictionary.com, Thesaurus.com, TPT, SpanishDictionary.com, inglés.com, FrenchDictionary.com, Wyzant, Vocabulary.com, ABCya, Education.com and Carson Dellosa Education. The company's mission is to create breakthrough solutions to education's most pressing challenges and inspire students to become life-long learners. Discover how IXL Learning's products are shaping the future of education by exploring its newsroom.