10 Summer Family Activities
Lately, on my Facebook wanderings, I’ve run across articles about getting off of your phone and spending more time with your family. Here are 10 Summer Family Activities your whole family will definitely love and keep the summer filled with excitement.
If you need more activities to do this summer, check out my bigger list of Fun Summer Activities for Kids!
Getting off our phones can be extremely hard for all of us who do business online. But, I do feel there are some ways to be more intentional about spending time with our families. Summer is the perfect opportunity to begin trying out some new ideas.
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Can It Be Done?
I’ve just recently returned from a 3-day retreat where there was no wifi or t.v. My family and in-laws rented a farmhouse out in the North Carolina mountains with the intention to be active together more. This was more of an experiment for me; to see if we could all find enjoyment without electronics.
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With influencers such as Tracy from Raised Good, I’ve begun to crave finding more simplicity in our family time. (If you haven’t tried her 7-day parenting challenge, you should!) I’m trying to let go of my over-planning nature, and letting this summer be about simple, uncomplicated family time.
In order to help let go of the “I don’t have time” or the “That takes too much work” syndrome; I’ve created a list of ideas to do with family. I’m ready to be more intentional with my time. My kids are growing up way too fast.
Before jumping into this list, I want to make a few points.
- I’m still working on being intentional with our family time. I have not done all of these things, and this is not a bucket list. I don’t like bucket lists because I always feel bad if I don’t do them. These are only ideas to help us let go of what we think we have to do so we can spend more time with our family.
- This entire list is not for everyone. In fact, I encourage you to make your own list of things you like to do. Your family may not like to do some of these activities. Get together as a family and come up with a few other activities and replace them with ones on this list.
Recommended Summer Books
Add a touch of literary magic to your family’s summer adventures with these enchanting and engaging reads.
Perfect for cozy afternoons under a shady tree or breezy beach days, these captivating stories will spark your child’s imagination and keep them entertained all season long.
Turkey’s Sandtastic Beach Day (Turkey Trouble)Pete the Cat: Pete at the Beach (My First I Can Read)Summer Vacation, Here I Come!A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee: (Read Aloud Books, Series Books for Kids, Books for Early Readers)Cannonball: A Fun, Summertime Read About Believing In Yourself and Having Fun (Diverse Children’s Book)The Night Before Summer Vacation
Recommended Summer Activity Kits for Kids
Summer Color by Addition Worksheets
Celebrate summer sunshine, beach days, and cool treats with these summer color-by-number addition worksheets.
Kids can easily grasp the concept and distinguish every coin or bill if you let them have a fun learning activity like these Summer Money Puzzles!
10 Summer Family Activities
1. Strawberry, Blueberry, and Blackberry Picking
I can’t tell you how much my children look forward to going strawberry picking every year. However, the mere thought of getting a group of friends, packing lunches, and driving 20 miles away made me anxious. Who has time to take half the day to go strawberry picking and spend 1/2 an hour making up sandwiches and snacks to take with you?
This year I didn’t commit to a time to leave the house and I didn’t pack anything! We texted friends when we were on our way, and we had the best time not worrying about what we didn’t get done at home before leaving. We ate strawberries and ice cream for lunch!
2. Weekend Getaways
“Sometimes it’s time to get away from it all, to experience things in a completely different way.” – Kim Mance
We all know vacations are good for us. Just take one.
3. Wade in the Water
Find a creek or a shallow pond somewhere and go wading with your kids. You never know what you’re going to find!
4. Go Fishing
Do you remember the last time you’ve been fishing? Yep, neither do I. However, I have fond memories of fishing with my dad when I was a kid. Kids love fishing even if they don’t catch anything.
5. Hiking
Getting outdoors with your kids is good for everyone! Do you ever tell your kids to go out and play? Well, you need to get out, too! One of the best ways to spend time outside is to go on a hike.
6. Play Games
While we were in the mountains for 3 days without t.v., we spent the nights playing games together. Devote one day a week without t.v. and electronic devices. Learn new card games or board games. We had the most fun!
7. Picnics
If you ever find yourself out and about around dinner time, eat outside! Keep a blanket in your car. Stop by your local grocery store and pick up supplies to make sandwiches. Instead of running home to make dinner, stop at a nearby park and spend some time picnicking and playing. Dinner problems are solved!
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8. Dancing
If you live close to a city that has a variety of summer activities, take advantage of it! One of our favorite things to do is to attend a Big Band event every Saturday evening. Couples dance, kids play with sidewalk chalk, and watermelon is heavily consumed!
9. Porch Sitting
Summer evenings are the perfect opportunities to get out of the house! Bring out the watermelon and iced tea while your little ones catch fireflies. Make porch reading a priority during warm weather months.
10. Go Bug Catching
Stop waiting until you have a free night to take your kids to a place where fireflies are lighting up the night. Make your own firefly catcher and see who can catch the most fireflies. Make the decision to start making family time count!
What other ideas can you add to this list?
I hope you’ve enjoyed exploring these 10 fantastic summer family activities together. By engaging in these fun and memorable experiences, you’re not only strengthening your family bond but also creating lasting memories that everyone will cherish for years to come.
So, go ahead and make the most of this summer season by creating your own set of activities, enjoying the warm weather, and spending quality time with your loved ones.
Remember, it’s all about the shared laughter and joy that truly makes summertime unforgettable. Happy adventuring, and here’s to a summer filled with fun, love, and togetherness!
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summer is a great time to spend with your family. If you’re not good enough to think what to do just read this blog and it will guide you eventually.