Not sure about for you, but it seems as if I claim things are “adventures” instead of errands my children think things are cooler. So I’m going with that and claiming that this summer will be filled with adventures. Our kids are still young so most things fall in the category of new.
Mama, I don’t know what you’ve got planned this summer but I do know that summer is here. If not for you yet, it’s coming. Personally, my core wants to plan everyday out, but with a 2 & 4 year old I’m going to be realistic and know that would be a little silly. I’m working on rhythms instead of routines already, so why not start this summer. I also have no idea why my children who don’t go to school seem to behave differently in the summer. Do they sense the change for everyone?
Any who, I love a good list so I put some ideas together and of course I’m sharing. If you’d like to see what we did previously, check out my previous Summer Toddler Activities post. This summer we’re taking it slower. Not stressing about doing all the things and activities. Just savoring this time and making fun memories. Don’t worry, there will still be learning! But mama will not be remembered as the crazy mama rushing through every summer.
New Summer rhythms include dinners outdoors, food trays/charcuterie board lunches, gardening, reading, imagination, coffee on the porch, family quiet times, exploring, being bored, and so much more. Head to the bottom of the post for all the resources!
Here’s the adventure “plan” for this summer. I hope it’s helpful!
Download the 4 page Summer Adventures PDF
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Summer Adventure Ideas:
Pinterest has tons of ideas. Follow along and see MY SUMMER BOARD
Book List:
Crabby Crab // How Does My Garden Grow? // The Summer Solstice // And Then Comes Summer // Mosquito Bite // The Longest Day // Summer Days and Nights // It’s a Firefly Night // George Washington’s Teeth // Grace for President // ABC USA // Wow ! America! // America: My Land, Your Land, Our Land // What Presidents Are Made Of // How to Make a Cherry Pie and See the U.S.A. // The Little President
Anatomy & Nature Learning:
If there was ever a book that I could recommend for families of small children, this set would be it. You can purchase as a set or individually. We love them. They are beautiful and simple to teach children (and adults) wonderful things about the world around us.
The Julia Rothman Collection // Farm Anatomy – Nature Anatomy – Food Anatomy
These are some great ideas. Will definitely be downloading. 🙂
I love all of these lists, I may not have kids yet but it’s so inspiring to see parents who make the most of when their children are young. Thank you so much fro sharing!
Awesome I already have some of these on my to do list this summer. I will add all these new ones. I love the before screentime rules. I will implement that with my 4 year old son.
Wow this is so detailed and so much fun! I’ve been doing summer fun lists and weekly themes since my kids were babies too. I like all those ‘days” to celebrate–going to have to write these down!
Oh my gosh! There is so much here that I can use, even though my babies are still small! Book list and places to go!! YES!! Thank you! We are planning a zoo trip very soon!
This is such a great resource! I love the idea of different rhythms throughout the year, I’m not big on scheduling but love a list to frame our adventures:) My Pinterest boards are full of backyard play ideas I can’t wait to do this summer!
My summer calender will look a bit more busy with some of these fantastic ideas for the kids! Thanks
I love your summer rules. I’m definitely instituting some of those in my house this summer.
These lists are SO cute! I love the different “holidays” and think it will be so fun to incorporate them into our activities! Thank you!
I can see so much fun, I should definitely try these ideas. Thank you for sharing