Summer is the perfect time to eat, play with, craft and learn about watermelons. This sweet treat is a favorite with kids and adults alike, the colors are fun to work with and it just feels like summer in … Read More...

August first is a day to honor women in astronomy, so it’s a great time to teach kids about the many female astronomers, computers and other experts who have shaped the way we see the universe.

I was trying to … Read More...

August 2 is National Coloring Book Day in the United States, and while every day is a good day to color, this is a great time to break out the crayons, colored pencils and printable coloring pages (especially since it’s … Read More...

It might be too hot and buggy where you live to go outside and observe real insects, but these printable insect activities are lots of fun for those kids who are really into bugs.

This little printable insect book from … Read More...

In my house we have always relied on craft projects to get us through the summer (or any other time, let’s be honest). My daughter is 13 now and the projects have changed from making rainbow loom bracelets and perler … Read More...

Learning about the ocean is always fun, but it’s a nice thing to do in the summer, especially if you have any vacations to the beach planned. But even if you don’t, these ocean animal activities are lots of fun … Read More...

Making your own musical instruments is a lot of fun and something that some kids will do on their own without prompting. But these ideas for musical instruments that kids can make will inspire you and them to make music … Read More...

Bastille Day is the national day of France, celebrated on July 14 each year. It commemorates the Storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, a major event of the French Revolution. The Bastille was a prison in Paris that … Read More...

Here’s another one of those fun made up holidays: July 12 is Paper Bag Day for reasons unknown. But if your household is like mine, you probably have everything you need to celebrate this holiday every day. I think I … Read More...

Did you know July 11 is Cow Appreciation Day? I guess you might have if you’re a Chick-fil-A fan, since they give out free food on that day if you dress like a cow. For the rest of us, this … Read More...

July 10 is apparently Teddy Bear’s Picnic Day, but we love teddy bears all year long. Whether the bears are having lunch or we’re going on a bear hunt, there are lots of fun bear activities to do with kids … Read More...

I know summer is not the best time for learning activities, or at least kids aren’t often into learning activities at this time of year. But it’s a great idea to have some printable activities available for those “I’m bored” … Read More...

It shouldn’t come as a surprise (at least in the Northern Hemisphere) that July is Ice Cream Month. I think we all reach for this tasty treat more when it’s hot outside, and it’s definitely hot outside!

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I wrote a few weeks ago about water play activities for kids, which is one great way to get them outside and playing even when it’s hot. But I thought it would be fun to share some other outdoor … Read More...

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the time I did a fiber arts summer camp at my daughter’s school. It was so much fun exposing kids to knitting, crochet, cross stitch, weaving and other fun things to do with … Read More...

I read that July 1 is American Zoo Day, but any time is a good time to talk about, learn about and act like zoo animals. Even if a visit to an actual zoo isn’t in your plan for this … Read More...

Summer is a great time to get your kids to help in the kitchen, where they can learn some life skills as well as math (measuring, dividing recipes) and science (what happens when you bake things?) and more, and hopefully … Read More...

The Fourth of July is a day traditionally full of fireworks, cookouts and family fun, and it’s a great day to do activities and on-theme experiments with kids. Check out these easy ideas for fun Fourth of July activities for … Read More...