{"id":903,"date":"2022-04-28T15:59:33","date_gmt":"2022-04-28T15:59:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/?p=903"},"modified":"2022-04-28T15:59:34","modified_gmt":"2022-04-28T15:59:34","slug":"10-fun-things-children-can-do-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/10-fun-things-children-can-do-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Fun Things Children Can Do This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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It\u2019s hard to imagine that summer is right around the corner! But, before you know it, the kids will be out of school with no homework begging for something to do. We understand it can be hard to find ways to keep your child occupied during the summer. And you may be asking, “What activities can you do in the summer?” Well, we\u2019ve gathered the top ten things children can do this summer that will keep them on the go all season long.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things Children Can Do This Summer They Will Love<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Go Bird Watching<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your child\u2019s summer shouldn\u2019t be so boring that they resort to watching the grass grow\u2026 But nature does have more entertaining activities in-store, like bird watching. Bird watching is an activity many wouldn\u2019t consider, but you\u2019d be surprised to find how much your child might enjoy it. Not only does it give them a chance to observe colorful birds, but they can learn more about new species, too. It only takes a pair of binoculars and a field guide to get started. Your children may even enjoy making a game out of it to see who can spot the most birds in a given amount of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Try Gardening<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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If your child is more hands-on and prefers creating something rather than observing from afar, they might enjoy gardening. Not only is it fun for kids to play in the dirt, but it can be incredibly rewarding for children to watch their plants grow. It\u2019s also an excellent opportunity to teach them how to properly care for plants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Make a Wildlife Garden<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ok, we\u2019re almost done with the outdoor activities! One of the most unique things children can do this summer is to create a wildlife garden. This doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019ll have bears and wolves outside your door, but it\u2019s rather an oasis for birds, squirrels, rabbits, etc. All you need is birdhouses and small shelters of some kind along with feeders for food and water sources. Now, sit back and watch beautiful wildlife visit your own backyard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Have a Movie Marathon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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We know most parents are trying to peel their children away from the screens, but there\u2019s absolutely nothing wrong with a family movie night! To ensure it\u2019s a true family effort, consider giving roles to each member of your family. Maybe mom pops the popcorn, dad pours the sodas, and the kids pick what movies to watch. Feel free to make it your own and rotate responsibilities each time you do it so mom and dad can pick some movies, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Build a Treehouse<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We know… this is a big one. It\u2019s certainly easier said than done and will likely be a month-long project, but it’s one of the most fun things children can do this summer. It all starts with the availability of a tree on your property. If you\u2019re one of the lucky ones with a massive, sturdy tree in your backyard, then this one\u2019s for you. Building a treehouse will require help from parents and\/or older siblings. To do it, you\u2019ll need to check local building codes, construct a plan, gather tools, build the platform, add posts or braces, install flooring, add walls and railings, raise the roof, and apply your finishing touches in the end. We know\u2026 it\u2019s an absolute mouthful. An awesome treehouse will not only make your kids the most popular ones in the neighborhood, but it\u2019ll provide decades of incredible memories, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Play a Summer Sport\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Depending on where you\u2019re located, certain summer leagues may be available for baseball, basketball, soccer, football, and several other sports. Week-long camps are also an option and will provide your active child with a great outlet for all that energy. If your child is interested in sports but not sure which one, sign them up for two to three camps throughout the summer so they can hone in on one.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Explore Your Hometown<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After two years of quarantining, homeschooling, and being glued to tablets and laptops, it\u2019s probably been a long time since your child has been to the local candy shop or movie theatre. So, grab the little ones, hop in the car, and spend a day out on the town. Whether it\u2019s a visit to a local park, lake, arcade, or toy store, your child is sure to enjoy a return to normalcy.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Attend a Carnival<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Throughout summer, there are typically several carnivals, festivals, and fairs. Your children will love spending a day at any of these events. They can play games, win prizes, eat greasy food, go on rides, and truly feel like a kid!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Take a Road Trip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Summer is all about vacations! And thanks to your child\u2019s completely open schedule, you can finally take that family road trip you\u2019ve been dreaming of. No matter where you\u2019re headed, family vacations will create memories you\u2019ll all hold close to your heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Go to Summer Camp\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Arguably the most popular summer activity for kids is summer camp! No matter the length of time they\u2019ll be gone, whether a week or several months, summer camp is a great opportunity for your child to learn crucial life skills. They\u2019ll learn to be independent likely for the first time, they\u2019ll learn how to make friendships with people from different backgrounds, and they\u2019ll learn how to lead and be respectful of others through camp sports and team-building activities. If you\u2019re sending your child to summer camp, learn about Ship Camps <\/a>so they can travel to camp stress-free.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s hard to imagine that summer is right around the corner! But, before you know it, the kids will be out of school with no homework begging for something to do. We understand it can be hard to find ways to keep your child occupied during the summer. And you may be asking, “What activities…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":904,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[63],"tags":[73,94],"class_list":["post-903","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tips","tag-summer-camp","tag-summer-activities"],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/10-things-hero.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/903","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=903"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/903\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":910,"href":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/903\/revisions\/910"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/904"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=903"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=903"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.shipcamps.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=903"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}