Summer Learning Activities

Are kids getting bored this Summer? Are you worried about them forgetting what they’ve learned during the long break? Look no further! Here is a wonderful list of fun and hands-on summer learning activities to get them excited about learning.

If you want more, you can also check our list of summer activities for kids.

collage of summer learning activities

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Have a look at these amazing books about summer! You can collect these and add them to your Summer Learning Activities because a book is undeniably a good source of useful information and life lessons, too.

One Crazy Summer (Ala Notable Children's Books. Middle Readers Book 1)One Crazy Summer (Ala Notable Children’s Books. Middle Readers Book 1)I See SummerI See SummerThe Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Summer (The World of Eric Carle)The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s First Summer (The World of Eric Carle)The Little Blue CottageThe Little Blue CottageSummer (Beginner Books(R))Summer (Beginner Books(R))Cannonball: A Fun, Summertime Read About Believing In Yourself and Having Fun (Diverse Children's Book)Cannonball: A Fun, Summertime Read About Believing In Yourself and Having Fun (Diverse Children’s Book)

 

collage of summer learning activities

If you are a busy mom but still wants your kids to have a super fun activity this summer, you have to try the Summer Craft Kit (left) or the Ice Cream Handprint Art (right). They are both cool and exciting!

Summer Craft Kit
Ice Cream Handprint Art

More Summer Activities

Learning can take form in many different shapes during the summer; it doesn’t have to all be worksheets and pencils. Get outside, build or create, and get messy.

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Early Writing Ideas with Sidewalk Chalk
Younger kids are very excited to learn to write on their own. Taking this activity outside is just the ticket to take learning to a new level!
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Get outside to enjoy the sunshine with these outdoor preschool activities your kids will love.
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Outdoor Preschool Activities
Preschoolers are going to have a blast with all of these activities! Take a look at how creative you can get and find ways to make any and every activity an educational one!
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Epic Light Table Ice Legos
Have your kids ever made ice Legos? In this post, you will learn how to make them and you can use them for many learning activities from adding to engineering to making letters out of the Legos!
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Dry Ice Rocket
Ever want to experiment with dry ice? This cool craft is a perfect way to teach your kids a little about science while having a ton of fun!
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How to Build a Lego Candy Dispenser
Ever want to build something both useful and exciting out of Legos? Kids will love using their toys to build something that will dispense yummy treats!
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Marshmallow and Toothpick Buildings
Do your kids like building things? Let them design all kinds of buildings with marshmallows and toothpicks! The supplies is easy to come by and isn’t too costly!
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Make Your Own Solar Oven
Want to make something in the oven but it’s hot outside so you don’t want to heat up the house? Make your own solar oven with your kids and teach them about light and heat while enjoying the tasty results!
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DIY Bubble Blower Snakes
Babies, toddlers, and big kids! This simple craft is one kids of all ages will absolutely love and can be made with basic supplies found around the house!
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Pop Rocks Volcano
Already made your typical vinegar/backing soda volcano? Wouldn’t it be more exciting if it had sound? Add one simple ingredient and listen to it pop for minutes!
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Mirror Discovery Box
Kids interested in learning about insects? This discovery box will let your kids get a closer look and see them from nearly every angle!
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Nature Scavenger Hunt for Kids
Need to get your kids outside for the summer? Use this scavenger hunt to get them outdoors and involved in nature!
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How to Make a RAINBOW Water Xylophone
Do your kids like music and color? Use this science experiment to help them learn about sound and what a little water in jars can do!
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Making Paper with Kids
Do your kids like drawing? Teach them about recycling and help them make their own paper!
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Balloon Experiments with Candy
Teach kids about pressure and use sweet treats and coke to make a balloon expand!
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How to Dye Flowers with Two Colors
Kids love plants? Already dyed flowers? Teach them how awesome nature really is by dying flowers with not one, but two colors!
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Number Boats
Want a fun way to teach your kids math? Use these awesome boats to make it more interesting!
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Summer Review Packets!
Don’t want your kids to forget everything they learned in school over the summer? Use fun summer review packets to help them remember everything they learned!
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I hope you found a fun summer learning activity to do with your child.

2 Comments

  1. Aw, thank you for including my DIY Water Xylophone – there are so many great ideas here, we are in great company! Pinning!

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