Psychology:How to keep your little campers happy

One of the most popular remaining traditions for children in our country is summer vacation from school. Even though many other countries are adopting year-round schooling as a way of preserving learning and resolving child-care issues, most localities in the United States have a "don't mess with summer vacation" attitude. Many of us, especially children, seem to claim summer as our favorite season of the year.

Tomorrow, when public schools in this county release their students until late August, many happy and relieved youngsters will head for home. "School's Out," the classic summer anthem by Alice...