AWESOME Outdoor Activities for Families to enjoy this summer (+FREE printable Adventure Challenge too!) It’s one of those times when nothing seems normal — so maybe it’s a sign to try something new, you know, mix things up a bit, right? We’ve all been stuck indoors a lot this year and yet, there are so …
Summer Fun
Learn how to build a sundial — a great STEM activity for kids! For years I’ve been saying that it would be cool to have a sundial in the yard! First, I operate by ‘sundial’ time more than by a clock — you know, the “it’s just about the right time” kind of time 🙂 …
Planning to camp-out with the kids this summer? Maybe you’re thinking of participating in the Great American Backyard Campout on Saturday (6/23)! Camping is a fun way to get kids excited about being outdoors – so grab your tent and those marshmallows for a night under the stars!
Grab a copy of this FREE printable Beach Scavenger Hunt – one of our newest summer scavenger hunt ideas for kids & families! Summer means beach time – sand, sun and water fun! While you’re cooling off under the shade or your umbrella, keep kids occupied with this fun *NEW* scavenger hunt. Beach Scavenger …
Awesome road trip movies for kids & families to watch on car rides or family movie night! We’re continuing on with one of our “Best Movies for Kids & Families” lists today. Just in case you missed the previous posts, here are the other movie lists in the series: The 25 Best Kids Books Made …
Kids of all ages will enjoy these forest animal games with FREE printables as an outdoor or indoor activity! Woodland animals are so intriguing to many kids – in fact, one of our most popular lists is the 10 Children’s Books about Life in the Forest. So I thought we’d pull together a group of …
Summer is the time to kick back, relax and enjoy the day. Kids relish in having the time to explore, create and connect with nature. And reading is one of the best summer pasttimes – in a hammock, on vacation or tucked away somewhere secret.
Here are some fun reads that celebrate all that summer has to offer:
Inspire kids to read with these Summer Reading Programs and FREE online books for kids, tweens and teens! I’ve been pulling together some great resources for FREE summer activities near me this year. It’s been one heck of a few months so I was THRILLED when I saw so many libraries and bookstores will be …
Get out & explore with this FREE Nature Scavenger Hunt printable list! We love to get outside and explore new places as a family — whether it’s hiking a new trail, going on a scavenger hunt or finding a new playground! Print off this FREE outdoor scavenger hunt and see if you can find all …
These easy Fairy garden ideas and fairy activities are sure to inspire kids of all ages to dig, plant, grow and engage in imaginative play! Fairy gardens are the perfect way to connect your child with so many learning & sensory concepts and they are easy to create in your backyard, kitchen or classroom! We …