Kids love to paint especially when it is something other than paper.
Rock crafts can be made into many things from pet rocks to stepping stones and even garden markers.
Materials needed for this activity are rocks of various shapes and sizes, tempura paint, paint brushes.
Optional materials include glue, permanent markers, [...]
For studying, reading or just for some downtime create a space where your child can go during the summer or after school starts to call their own.
Let them help you create the space so it has what they need and are comfortable there.
A desk for your child or a work table can be [...]
Start your children on the road to business success by teaching them the basics of running their own lemonade stand.
An actual stand isnt necessary, you can bring out a small table and chairs for the kids too.
If it is a hot and sunny day, provide a beach umbrella for the kids [...]
Kids of all ages love to play in the sand.
It can be a construction site, made into a sand castle or add water for a muddy mess.
It is easy and inexpensive to build a sandbox in your own back yard to enjoy for the entire summer.
When you are deciding where to [...]
A scavenger hunt is a fun way to keep little hands busy.
It can be pre-planned or spur of the moment, either way it will still be great fun.
This is a great activity for children of all ages, for younger children make it simple and tell them exactly what they are looking [...]
If you have children that are not very close in age or run a daycare with a wide range of ages it can be tricky to plan activities that will engage everyone.
But it is not impossible.
There are activities that can be planned that everyone can participate in at their own level [...]
Reading is an activity that should occur all year round but it can be made into a fun summertime activity too.
If each child doesnt have their own library card yet, that is a good place to start.
While you are there, see if there is any summer reading programs available to join.
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