Summer may seem like a time to relax and lay back but try telling that to your kids who are bouncing off the walls or screaming “I’m bored.” As parents, we want our kid’s summer to be more memorable than the last, which means coming up with new ideas.

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Do a scavenger hunt

Write a list of items for your child to search for or make a buried treasure map. Encourage them to explore the yard, the neighborhood, and nearby parks to find their treasures.

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Make a summer bucket list

A summer bucket list is a great way to make sure your child has something to do almost every day. Help your child make a list of about 50 things they want to do and enjoy over the summer.

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Volunteer

Encourage kindness towards others and giving back to their community by volunteering. Let them volunteer at a soup kitchen serving a meal, reading to the elderly at a retirement home or take care of homeless animals at the local animal shelter.

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Teach them to cook

Cooking and baking not only teach valuable math skills they also allow your kids to make a delicious creation. Let them choose a recipe that interests them and teach them how to properly measure and mix the ingredients.

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Set up a lemonade stand

They can learn business and math skills while earning extra money for themselves or their favorite charity. They’ll need to interact with other people, teaching them good social skills as well.

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Plan a family game night

Let your kids plan an evening for the family including games and a fun menu. They’ll learn organizational skills by getting the games and supplies together.

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Plant a butterfly garden

A beautiful flower garden will not only make your yard look pretty, but it will also benefit nature by inviting butterflies and birds to spend time there. Your kids can get dirty, have fun and build an attractive masterpiece in your yard.

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Keeping your kids busy with fun and adventure is a great way to make sure they have a memorable summer! Need more ideas?  Swipe up to check out more summer game ideas!

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