Summer time blues

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tammyquinnlmt
tammyquinnlmt Posts: 680 Member
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So, I could use some inexpensive (free?) ideas on how to entertain my 5 year old this summer. I do not want him spending the summer in front of the tv, and its HOT HOT HOT outside. 102 yesterday...sigh.

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  • Sunshine_Girlie
    Sunshine_Girlie Posts: 618 Member
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    The library is one of my favorite places to go. For the kids, they usually have story telling and sometimes even crafts. Maybe you can treat him to lunch at a place with a playground [Chick-fil-a]. Water play is also great. Get some water balloons and let him go to town. Water guns are fun too.
  • ChristinaKY
    ChristinaKY Posts: 28 Member
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    Check your local library for a Summer Reading Program. Even if your child doesn't like yo read, they have a ton of great activities and programs! I work as a librarian and our summer program is always a big hit!
  • dd122436
    dd122436 Posts: 39
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    I don't know where you're writing from but what about...

    waterpark (free ones)
    lake
    sprinkler in the yard
    we actually used to fill buckets with cold water and the kids would put there toy sin and play. If it was too hot they got in to cool off! Big storage buckets and LOTS of supervision (obviously)
    In a pinch a cold bath with bath toys (we don't have air con)
    water balloons
    back yard kiddie pool (lots of supervision)
    community pool?

    Hope that helps, hang in there!
  • rjsbailey
    rjsbailey Posts: 78 Member
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    http://sunscholars.blogspot.com/
    http://www.skiptomylou.org/2010/06/09/mom-im-bored-jar-from-somewhat-simple/
    anything on skiptomylou.org
    http://www.redtedart.com/kids-crafts/
    MY FAVE PROJECT THIS SUMMER ... http://happyhomefairy.com/2011/05/30/the-what-can-i-do-can-free-printable/
    http://www.nbc.com/minute-to-win-it/how-to/

    I home school and also child care provider so i am always looking for ways to jazz up the schedule with fun! Hope these get you started and for great ideas every Monday skiptomylou.org does "Made by you Monday" that I get sent to my email- great list of blogs, projects, ideas and fun for all ages and hobbies! Good luck!
  • pa_jorg
    pa_jorg Posts: 4,404 Member
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    Most libraries have free passes to local museums and attractions. Just ask at the front desk or check the website.

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