Summer is Here! What to do with the kids now that they’re home…
Keeping kids busy over the summer can sometimes be a challenge, especially on rainy days. There are lots of programs available at libraries and community centres, but what can you do to keep them entertained on those days at home?
Toronto Public Library has lots of great books full of ideas – check out a few of them below:
Bubbles
Bubbles are always a great activity that is suitable for a range of ages. For really young kids, the act of blowing bubbles is entertainment enough. For older kids experimenting with making homemade bubble solution and different devices for creating bubbles can be tons of fun.
Crafts
There are so many different craft projects to do with kids, even with toddlers. You can keep it simple by providing materials like paper, glue, and crayons, and let them use their imagination, or you can get some inspiration from one of the many craft books available.
Baking/Cooking
One of my favourite things to do when I was little was help my mom bake, and now my toddler loves to help me too. You can keep recipes simple like homemade popsicles, fruit salad (yummy yummy), or decorating pre-made cookies. For older children help them try some of the more elaborate recipes in one of the many kids cookbooks.
Story Writing/ Picture Stories
Most children love to make up stories, why not help them create their own books? For younger kids have them do the illustratations and write the words for them. If you're feeling ambitious try creating pop-up or lift the flap books – they are not as hard to make as you think!
One thought on “Summer is Here! What to do with the kids now that they’re home…”
This is a fun blog with so many interesting projects for children to try. It is a great resource to take kids away from the TV set and do something unique and collaborative.