We are only 3 weeks into summer vacation and instead of "hearing" the words "I'm bored" I received a text from 10 year old that said, "Mom I'm BORED!" Keeping kids entertained in the summer can be a challenge so here are some of my favorite inexpensive ways to keep my little darling from texting me those dreaded words:
1. Try something new in the kitchen. My son loves to help me bake but to change things up a little we are learning how to can things this summer. We just pickled the peppers we have growing in our backyard. Next we are going to try and make our own pickles.
2. Pack a picnic and head to a new park. When my 20 year old and 17 year old were little we visited a different park every Tuesday during the summer.
3. Set up an obstacle course in the backyard. Our yard is not huge but we have enough room to make a mini course. To keep things exciting I turn on the hose and spray the kids as they run through the course.
4. Visit your local library and pick up a summer calendar. Our library has FREE activities going on all summer.
5. Go to a minor league baseball game. Minor league games are less expensive than major league games and just as fun for the kids!
6. Crafts.... I went to our local craft store and stocked up on cheap craft supplies. I didn't take my son with me and put the things in a closet. I am waiting for a rainy day to suprise him.
7. Dinner at the local pool. Get a bucket of chicken and take it to the local pool. Last week we ordered pizza and had it delivered to the pool. The kids loved it!
8. Scavenger Hunt....This is a family favorite and good for all ages. Your hunt can take place indoors or outdoors. Your list can include things the kids can find and things they need to create.
9. Set up a tent! It's a little hot in Texas right now to put the tent in the backyard but my son loves to make his own tent in our family room. Popcorn and a movie and we are set!
10. Last but not least log onto http://www.imaginetomorrow.com/ and paint a summer picture!
I know the next text from my son will be "Mom you ROCK!" LOL! Wishful thinking!
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Kickball is a favorite in our house we usually play after dinner. Last night we had a game against our neighbors. Lots of fun!
ReplyDeleteLove the list! We also love to go on rainy days to $1 movies at our local Regal Cinema every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10am they have an older movie. Kids love it!
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