How we help
Learning that sticks, because it's fun
Kids learn best when they feel capable and curious. Summer turns steady practice into an adventure, and gives parents a simple way to see it working.
For kids
Matched to their grade
Every question is written for the grade your child is in right now, not a grade ahead or behind. A 2nd grader and a 4th grader see very different problems at the same stop.
Hints, never pressure
Kids can tap for a hint at any time. When an answer is wrong, Summer says “Nice try!” and explains why, so every question teaches something.
Fun that keeps them coming back
Games, stories, stars, treasure chests, and weekly streaks make practice feel like play, so kids ask to do it.
Short and steady
About 15 minutes at a time is enough. Small, regular practice builds skills and confidence better than rare marathons.
For parents
A clear progress report
See how far your child has come in all five subjects, how many activities they finished this month, and their weekly streak.
Controls kids can't change
Settings and billing live in a PIN-protected Parent Zone. Your child plays without needing it.
English and Español
Choose the language your child learns best in. All the lessons are available in both.
Safe by design
No ads. No chat. The Grade Crew leaderboard shows first names only, and no one can message or contact another family.
What it covers
Lessons are built around the topics in widely used standards: Common Core for Math and English language arts, NGSS for Science, and national frameworks for Social Studies and the Arts. NextStep With Summer is a practice companion and not a replacement for school.
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Math
Number sense, operations, fractions, measurement, and geometry, with visual puzzles and quick games.
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Reading
Phonics, word parts, vocabulary, and comprehension, plus 76 storybooks to practice with.
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Social Studies
Maps, communities, citizenship, economics, and history, from family and neighborhood up to U.S. regions.
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Science
Living things, matter, forces, weather, Earth and space, and how engineers solve problems.
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Arts & Humanities
Color, music, famous artists, stories and myths, poetry, theater, and design.
Why all year, not just summer?
Kids can lose ground over long breaks, and they also benefit from gentle practice during the school year. Short, regular sessions help new skills stick and keep confidence high. That's why NextStep With Summer follows the school year, September to April, and stays open for review and play all the way through summer.
Start your child's adventure
Try everything free for 7 days. Then $12.99 a month, or save about 23% with the 3-month plan. Cancel anytime.
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