Monday, June 28, 2010

Summer Bucket List for Kids

While the little ones are home for summer, keep them stimulated and learning while also having a ton of fun. Here are some ideas of different things to do. Use it as a checklist to mix things up and keep your summer fresh.

  • Go to the beach and/or pier
  • Go to an arcade
  • Play at the playground
  • Draw with chalk on the sidewalk
  • Set playdates with friends once/week
  • Play games and/or cards
  • Visit somewhere new, you've never been to before
  • Go camping, even just for one night
  • Go to the pool
  • Visit an ice cream shop
  • Fly a kite
  • Complete a puzzle
  • Go for a walk
  • Ride bikes and/or scooters
  • Make crafts and/or stamps
  • Make a poster for your bedroom
  • Visit a museum
  • Go on a scavenger hunt
  • Color a picture for a friend
  • Play computer games (especially educational ones)
  • Complete challenging worksheets/puzzle books
  • Make dinner together (let them be the chef, you assist)
  • Let your child put YOU to bed (switch roles)
  • Camp in the house - make a fort
  • Let your child run the day (where to go, what to eat, etc)
  • Have a treasure hunt in the house or outside in the yard
  • Make up a dance or just dance freestyle
  • Have a party for yourselves
  • Teach them something new (ex: how to tie shoes, etc.)
Also, don't forget to make a summer bucket list for adults too =D

Enjoy!!!

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Hey Mom....



"Mom. I'm putting a sticker on my foot...

So can you hush up please?"


-AJ =)

Monday, June 14, 2010

Get Out There and Dance!


AJ had 4 dance performances in the past 3 days. Watching them was breaktaking....


When you get out there and dance, you brighten the day for all who can see.


Perfect or not, it's the participation

and effort that truly impacts those around you.


Many of us stand along the wall because we are too embarrassed for how we may look.


However, when you simply let go, get out there and dance, its one of the most wonderful feelings one can experience.


You were awesome my son!! You're a natural performer.



So impressed =)