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Engaging summer activities for school-aged kids!
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When the kids are out of school for the summer, and you want to keep them engaged and entertained, these are sure to help!
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Educational Books, Puzzle Books and more
Crafty ideas
Outdoor exploration
Educational Books, Puzzle Books and more
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Ultimate Puzzle Challenge!: 125+ Brain Puzzles
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Perfectly Logical!: Challenging Fun Brain Teasers
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Logic Workbook for Gritty Kids: Spatial reasoning
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Logic Workbook for Gritty Kids: Spatial reasoning
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Enchanted Fantasy Puzzles (Highlights Hidden)
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Totally Awesome Mazes and Puzzles: Over 200
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The Great Big Book of Really Hard Puzzles
Learn to draw this summer!
How To Draw 101 Things For Kids: Simple And Easy
Good for kids ages 8+
Brain Boggling Puzzles for Smart Kids: 101+ fun
Paint by sticker books are always a huge hit!
Fun Paint With Sticker Books For Kids Set of 2
Sticker activity books are a favorite!
Brain Games - Sticker by Letter: In the Wild
Don't get lost in the maze!
Mazes For Kids Ages 4-8: Maze Activity Workbook
National Geographic + Puzzle Book?! Yes please!
National Geographic Kids Puzzle Book: Animals
This is filled with a variety of puzzles!
National Geographic Kids Puzzle Book: On the Go
Can you figure out the secret codes?!
U.S.A. Secret Code Puzzles for Kids
Smarty pants! Best for kids ages 9+
Awesome Games for Smart Kids: Fun puzzles, word games
Boredom busters is exactly right!
Brain Games: Big Book of Boredom Busters
Math can be fun, right?
Do the Math!: Fun Math Puzzles for Kids
My family loves the ocean!
National Geographic Kids Puzzle Book of the Ocean
Fun riddles to include throughout your summer days!
Difficult Riddles For Smart Kids: 300 Riddles
Learn about the whole world!
National Geographic Kids Puzzle Book of the World
K-1 Bridge Book!
Summer Bridge Activities K to 1st Grade Workbook
Bridge Book for Grades 1-2
Summer Bridge Activities 1st to 2nd Grade Workbook
Bridge Book for Grades 2-3
Summer Bridge Activities 2nd to 3rd Grade Workbook
Bridge Book for Grades 3-4
Summer Bridge Activities 3rd to 4th Grade Workbook
Bridge Book for Grades 4-5
Summer Bridge Activities 4th to 5th Grade Workbook
Bridge Book for Grades 5-6
Summer Bridge Activities 5th to 6th Grade Workbook
Bridge Book for Grades 6-7
Summer Bridge Activities 6th to 7th Grade Workbook
Bridge Book for Grades 7-8
Summer Bridge Activities 7th to 8th Grade Workbook
Crafty ideas
Window art!
PURPLE LADYBUG SUNGEMMERS Window Art Craft Kits
This is a fun foil art activity kit!
Skillmatics Art & Craft Activity - Foil Fun Animals
Create your own personalized mosaic frame!
PURPLE LADYBUG Mosaic Photo Frame Craft Kit
Window art has always been a favorite!
Made By Me Create Your Own Window Art
A HUGE hit! So much fun!
pigipigi Scratch Paper Art for Kids - 60 Pcs
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Qyeahkj 6pcs Summer Arts and Crafts Suncatcher Kits
STEM toy activities are always welcome!
Creative Kids Magic Bouncy Balls - DIY STEM Toys
Paint these rocks glow in the dark and light your summer pathway!
JOYIN 12 Rock Painting Kit- Glow in The Dark
A good rainy day activity creating new magnets for the fridge!
JOYIN 12 Wooden Magnet Creativity Painting Kit
Create your birdhouse and learn about nature!
hapray 4 Pack Bird House Crafts for Kids
Don't forget to have a race!
Made By Me Build & Paint Your Own Wooden Cars
Endless possibilities. What can you create from a shell?
Dan&Darci Kids Sea Shell Painting Kit - Arts & Crafts
These are adorable near the front door or in a garden area.
Creative Roots Mosaic Flower Garden Stepping Stone Kit
Reading is more fun when you have a neat bookmark!
BeYumi 60Pcs Sea World Animals Scratch Bookmarks
This is so neat!
Creativity for Kids Make Your Own Under the Sea Globes
Great for the whole neighborhood!
AHCo. Arts and Crafts Toys - Friendship Bracelet Kit
Outdoor exploration
What can you find?
Skillmatics Card Game - Found It Outdoor, Scavenger
Find and seek!
Hapinest Find and Seek Scavenger Hunt Card Game
Sidewalk chalk is fun for all ages!
Skillmatics Sidewalk Chalk Activity Kit - 18 Sticks
A fun game, plus the benefit of hand-eye coordination!
Qrooper Kids Toys Toss and Catch Game Set
A great option for preschool / pre-K!
Skillmatics Preschool Learning Activity - Search
What will your turn your rock into?
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Rock Painting Kit - Arts & Crafts
What a great kit! The cones can even be used to set a visual boundary!
unanscre 31PCS 3 in 1 Carnival Outdoor Games Set
BUBBLES!
JOYIN Big Bubble Wands Set Bulk for Kids, 18 Pcs
Use your creativity and illuminate your path!
MHMYDIS Make Your Own Clay Luminaries Kit
Sensory Construction!
Creativity for Kids Sensory Bin: Construction Zone
We use SO many of these in the summer!
Bunch O Balloons Crazy Color by ZURU, 200+ Pack
Hopper balls have been around for AGES!
Little Tikes 18" Red Inflatable Hopper Ball
Making bubbles even more fun!
Roberly 25PCS Big Bubble Wands Set with Tray
Age appropriate bean bag toss!
Animal Bean Bag Toss Game Toy for Kids
Another great option for bubble-fun!
JOYIN 2 Bubble Guns with 2 Bottles Refill Solution
Alllllll of the sidewalk chalk!
JOYIN 180 PCS Washable Sidewalk Chalks Set
Giant yard bowling? Yes please!
Giant Inflatable Bowling Set for Kids and Adults
Will you draw a hopscotch, or use these rings?
Hey! Play! Hopscotch Ring Game-10 Plastic Rings
Another great multi-sport option!
Franklin Sports Kids Mini Soccer Goal Set
The floor is lava, but outside!
Fanboxk 5Pcs Non-Slip Plastic Balance Stepping Stones
Swing for fun, or swing for a peaceful resting time. Best of both worlds!
TURFEE 40" Saucer Tree Swing for Kids, 700Lb Capacity
Let nature find you!
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Bug Catcher Kit for Kids
These are great for get-togethers, picnics, birthday parties and more!
JOYIN 24 Pack 14.6’’ Big Bubble Wands Bulk
Adults and kids! Indoor or outdoor! Fun for all!
GoSports Ladder Toss Game Set with 6 Bolo Balls
This comes with a ton of creative ideas, and add your own!
Obstacle Course in A Box - 54 Fun Challenges
This is so clever on a handheld ring to go explore the outdoors!
LMC Products Children's Scavenger Hunt: Outdoor
Protect your eyes with style!
GoodUping 6 Pack Kids Sunglasses with UV Protection
These are so great for the yard, camp, the pool, beach! Fun for everyone!
Homotte Rainbow Sports Balls Pack of 4 with Pump
Never-ending fun with REUSABLE water balloons!
SOPPYCID Reusable Water Balloons (6 Pack)
