Prepare for Summer with These Creative Ideas and Activities
Posted by Erin DunnDate:06/02/2017
Summer is here, and kids are waiting for a lineup of fun activities. (And hey, so are you!) Get inspired and coordinate months of learning and adventure with these ideas. Just don't forget the sunscreen!
Keep Kids Busy
- From art projects to water games, enjoy the outdoors with these 60 activities.
- Minimize the "are we there yet" chorus with car games for your next family road trip.
- Keep teens busy over the summer with 50 community service ideas they can easily accomplish.
- Dust off your reading cap with these summer reading tips. Genius Tip: Plan a kickoff party for your summer reading program.
- Stay creative with these hands-on 100 summer craft ideas for kids.
Stay Organized
- Packing for summer camp? Refer to this printable list of camp essentials.
- Stay ahead of the game with these tips for running a sports camp. Genius Tip: Collect camp money with SignUpGenius Payments.
- Eliminate the "did I forget anything" worry with this printable college packing list.
- Plan a successful Vacation Bible School with these themes and games. Genius Tip: Coordinate volunteers with an online sign up.
Be Entertaining
- Plan these outdoor games at your next backyard party. Genius Tip: Organize neighborhood gatherings with a simple sign up.
- Foster an active work environment with these fun team-building exercises.
- Throw the pool party of the summer with 40 ideas for themes, games, food and favors. Genius Tip: Plan a Fourth of July cookout with an online sign up.
With these tips and activities, you'll be one step closer to a stress-free summer!
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