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Learn how the summer camp experience benefits kids and teens. Read the National Camping Associations guide for help in choosing a program for your child. Our free summer camps directory will assist parents in finding the right program for their childrens needs.

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• Children — Inside and Out

  Read an open letter to parents from child psychologist Dr. Christopher Thurber about the positive aspects of sending kids to summer camp.

• Choosing The Right Summer Camp

  abc7chicago.com helps parents plan for summer camps with tips on finding the right camp for your child. They include some suggestions and guidelines from the American Camp Association.

• How To Choose A Summer Camp

  Because the camp experience will have significant impact on your child's life, its important for parents to learn to choose a camp wisely. Many parents can benefit from guidance in this area. While theres no easy way to find the best camp for your child, this article will provide some basic guidelines for making this very important decision.

• How to Find a Summer School Program That Meets You

  If you're going expect your kids to expend brain energy on studies over summer, get the most of it by finding the program that's best for you and your child.