Schools Out for Summer
It’s hard to believe that another school year has come and gone for our kids. It really doesn’t seem that long ago, that the kids were getting excited about entering 2nd and 5th grades.
For the past 11 weeks, our kids have been at home because of COVID-19. As I type that, I again can’t believe it has been 11 weeks since many lives have changed from the normal day-to-day routine. I know for some of you, it’s been even longer. Overall, I feel that our kids adjusted well to completing their school work online. Thank goodness for technology though, that has allowed the kids to Zoom and FaceTime with their friends and family.
Today marks the official first day of summer vacation in our house. This summer is going to look a little different when compared to those in the past, but we know we are going to have a lot of fun. If you’re looking for some ways to keep your kids entertained this summer, check out the list!
Summer Activities:
Stay cool by spending time in the water. Kayak, canoe or tube in a nearby lake or river.
Get up early to fish. Kids under 10 in Arizona, do not need a fishing license. Click here for the licensing information.
Spend time in the kitchen and make some cool, sweet treats. Handmade ice cream and popsicles are always fun to make!
Go camping! Whether you are in your backyard or head out to the great outdoors, have fun and don’t forget to make s’mores!
The Children’s Museum of Yuma County also has activities available for your child to complete in the comfort of your own home. Visit the Facebook page for activity information.
Animal lovers should check out the San Diego Zoo website. Free activity ideas are available.
Kids are able to complete the National Park Service Junior Ranger programs online. Junior Ranger programs are available for parks throughout the U.S. Click here for the details!
Have your kids write letters to friends and family.
Enjoy time outside and start a garden. Kids can get involved and help out with planting and the upkeep.
Have your kids create a scrapbook of their summer adventures and activities.
Sign your kids up for online camps. Many camps are offering a virtual style of camp for the summer sessions. A few camps that are available online are;
The Arizona Science Center is offering virtual camps, which is great for those living outside of the Phoenix area. Click here for the details.
If your daughter is a Girl Scout or wants to join a troop, now is a great time. Virtual camps are one week long. Click here for camp registration. A box of materials are sent to the girls and the cost is $50. Scholarships are also available.
This camp is just perfect for the artist in your family! The Phoenix Center for the Arts has camps available for those ages 4-10. The camp fee covers the cost of materials that are mailed to you prior to the start of camp.
I hope that you have a fun filled summer that is full of laughs! Enjoy making memories and I hope this list gives you some additional ideas of things to do throughout the summer. Leave a note in the comments with how you plan on spending your summer.