Like most parents, my kids have been home full time since March and had their fair share of challenges trying to home school a 1st grader and keep my three-year-old busy. Now that the school year is over, time to get into summer fun and get more creative with keeping the kids active. Here are a few things that I plan to keep my girls busy in these warmer months.
- Make Slime! It is the perfect activity to get everyone involved. It’s fun and educational because you mix different things to form this reaction (hey, come on, science lesson, lol). Many slime-making kit selections are everywhere, but we especially love the Elmer kit.
- Water activities and pool time: The options are endless if you want to head to the local pool, get a cute little kiddie pool, or keep it simple and utilize a slip and slide.
- Sidewalk chalk art! The most fun we have these days is taking our daily walks to the mailbox, so why not make it a little more fun by creating sidewalk chalk masterpieces.
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- Get out to the outdoors, and enjoy some nature walks/hikes. With social distancing right now and trying to keep the family safe, you can still enjoy some fresh air while maintaining a distance by going to local trails and even some semi-open national parks.
- Enjoy a late evening picnic dinner; most restaurants offer more take-out than dine-in, so why not just order from your favorite restaurant and enjoy some family time outside in your backyard or even in the park far away from everyone.
- Make it a bubble party; the girls are obsessed with bubbles; it’s the perfect way to keep them busy for hours. I love taking them outside; they run around trying to pop the bubble also the best way to burn off energy.
This Summer has been very different, our plans have had to change, but we all are trying to make it normal for our kids. I know that can be pretty challenging, but the most important thing to remember is to make memories with them that will last a lifetime!
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