Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Easy Summer Activities To Do With Your Kids


đť…  Summertime and the livin’ is easy đť…  …at least that’s what the song lyrics say. But, sometimes it can be a challenge to come up with fun, new things to keep the kids busy especially on a tight budget.

Good News - it doesn't cost a lot to enjoy simple activities that will help create lasting summer memories 🌞 You don't need a perfectly planned schedule. It's about enjoying the moments together. Remember that it's the everyday things that parents do to connect with their kids that makes a big difference. It provides the basis for building healthy relationships. 

If you're looking for easy and fun things to do as a family to keep everyone entertained in mind, body, and spirit, here are more great ideas from our prevention partners at Informed Families:

MIND

Do puzzles - create a cozy corner for puzzle time
Watch a documentary - Netflix & Disney+ have good ones
Write a story or play - get the creative juices flowing
Listen to a podcast - check out NPR's Wow in the World
Build with Legos or blocks - a favorite for younger kids

BODY

Take a walk - hit the beach or a nature trail
Do yoga - Cosmic Kids Yoga combines yoga, mindfulness and storytelling
Bike riding - have your kids map out the route beforehand
Play charades - everyone can join in the fun

SPIRIT

Pray - pray through words, art, or song
Listen to music or sing - share favorites with your children & listen to theirs
Write in a journal - a great activity for reflection & goal setting
Meditate - everyone benefits from time to "unplug", relax, and focus
Create a gratitude or vision board - hang it up where it can be seen

ENVIRONMENT

Wash the family car - kids love to help out
Draw murals outside with color chalk - the driveway or sidewalk is your canvas
Garden - start an herb or vegetable planter
Sort through toys, clothes, books - decide what to donate
Volunteer - help kids develop empathy & compassion for others

FAMILY

Play board games - so many great ones to choose from
Cook together - Food Network & Publix website have kid-friendly recipes
Watch a movie - perfect for a family night in
Have a picnic - spread a blanket down in your backyard
Tell stories about old memories - a great way to make new memories too

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