How to Keep Kids Busy in the Summer
The summer is something school kids of all ages look forward to.
However, as a parent it can be a bit of a sticky situation.
You want your kids to have a break and have fun, but then you are faced with the dilemma of keeping them busy and out of trouble all summer long.
Here are a few things you can do to keep kids busy in the summer: 1.
Give them chores.
One way to keep kids busy during the summer is to allow them plenty of time to hang out and play with friends, but make it conditional on whether or not their chores are done.
It is always a good idea to give kids chore lists in the summer to prevent them from getting too lazy, and to remind them that it is not all fun and games.
Kids need to remember that they are part of a family, and have a role to play, and thus, when not busy with homework and classes, they can contribute more to keeping the home running and in working order.
Mowing lawns, cleaning bathrooms, and taking out the garbage are all great summer chore list items.
2.
Have them get a job.
A part time job for kids that are old enough is a fantastic way to keep kids busy in the summer.
It lets them earn some pocket money, while teaching them some responsibility and helping them gain important life skills such as working for and with other people.
It also helps you avoid things like your kid sleeping until noon each day.
If they have to get up for work, that becomes a non-issue.
3.
Keep them learning.
A great way to keep kids busy in the summer is to keep them learning.
Make frequent trips to the library so that they always have something fun to read.
Find out what they are interested in, and help them find ways to learn more about that, through internships, library books, courses, visits to local places, etc.
Kids love learning, so make it fun and they will stay busy, while their minds stay active.
4.
Plan activities and outings.
One way to keep kids busy in the summer is to plan scheduled activities and outings.
Look at what your local area has to offer, and plan something weekly that you can go and do together.
Whether it is visiting wildlife preserves, or national parks, checking out some great shopping, or visiting amusements and attractions, it is a great way to have fun and stay busy.
Consider passes to things like water and amusement parks, that way your child always has an option for something to do during the summer days.
5.
Enroll them in camps, clubs, classes, programs, etc.
Most communities have centers or recreation centers, YMCAs etc.
with sports camps, clubs, crafting, classes and more to offer.
Look into it and let them get involved in things they are interested in.
However, as a parent it can be a bit of a sticky situation.
You want your kids to have a break and have fun, but then you are faced with the dilemma of keeping them busy and out of trouble all summer long.
Here are a few things you can do to keep kids busy in the summer: 1.
Give them chores.
One way to keep kids busy during the summer is to allow them plenty of time to hang out and play with friends, but make it conditional on whether or not their chores are done.
It is always a good idea to give kids chore lists in the summer to prevent them from getting too lazy, and to remind them that it is not all fun and games.
Kids need to remember that they are part of a family, and have a role to play, and thus, when not busy with homework and classes, they can contribute more to keeping the home running and in working order.
Mowing lawns, cleaning bathrooms, and taking out the garbage are all great summer chore list items.
2.
Have them get a job.
A part time job for kids that are old enough is a fantastic way to keep kids busy in the summer.
It lets them earn some pocket money, while teaching them some responsibility and helping them gain important life skills such as working for and with other people.
It also helps you avoid things like your kid sleeping until noon each day.
If they have to get up for work, that becomes a non-issue.
3.
Keep them learning.
A great way to keep kids busy in the summer is to keep them learning.
Make frequent trips to the library so that they always have something fun to read.
Find out what they are interested in, and help them find ways to learn more about that, through internships, library books, courses, visits to local places, etc.
Kids love learning, so make it fun and they will stay busy, while their minds stay active.
4.
Plan activities and outings.
One way to keep kids busy in the summer is to plan scheduled activities and outings.
Look at what your local area has to offer, and plan something weekly that you can go and do together.
Whether it is visiting wildlife preserves, or national parks, checking out some great shopping, or visiting amusements and attractions, it is a great way to have fun and stay busy.
Consider passes to things like water and amusement parks, that way your child always has an option for something to do during the summer days.
5.
Enroll them in camps, clubs, classes, programs, etc.
Most communities have centers or recreation centers, YMCAs etc.
with sports camps, clubs, crafting, classes and more to offer.
Look into it and let them get involved in things they are interested in.