Lumos Summer Learning HeadStart, Grade 8 to 9: Includes Engaging Activities, Math, Reading, Vocabulary, Writing and Language Practice: ... (Summer Learning HeadStart by Lumos Learning)

My 13 year old is really doing well with this summer bridge book I got him before he goes into 9th grade. We use workbooks every summer to balance the time so there's a bit of structure in the day and this one is really impressive. There's a mix of different subjects plus art and online activities. I couldn't believe it had a lesson on sign language - I mean how amazing is that!? So it's not just math problems - but has a really good balance and engages kids in other kinds of educational activities like journal writing and learning about new things. It's the right level of difficulty for him as well and there's some things he really needed to review from 8th grade and this book helped point out those areas. The best part is the answer key. The answer keys has great explanations for each problem - so they don't just say the answer is "D" they actually explain why so if I don't understand the math, lol, I can easily get some explanation for that problem and the step by step math formula so I can guide him and assist a bit without feeling totally lost :) Then my husband likes it too since the grammar sections that are not his favorite at all, he can at least understand why the answer is what it is and better explain. I really like this book and I think they did a great job, and the way they did the answer key is a home-run.

English Review (Formal & General): I had a very positive overall experience. The quality exceeded my expectations, and the level of professionalism and attention to detail was truly commendable. Everything was handled in a timely and efficient manner, and communication throughout the process was clear and courteous. I would definitely recommend this to others and would not hesitate to use it again in the future.

Lumos Learning's Grade 8-9 program is an invaluable resource for students. Its comprehensive content and interactive approach make complex concepts easy to grasp. Highly recommended for effective learning in these crucial years.

I bought this for my kid to keep busy and also to review what was learnt during the last school year. It has been great. It's a review of skills and also challenging them with new concepts. This book allows not to forget the concepts learnt and review them and work on the weak areas. The weekly picture challenge kept the kid use this book everyday. The online modules are another way to enrich the summer break. I would recommend all the parents to use this book.

I used this for my son to prepare him for 9th grade