Screen-Free Activities to Keep Kids Smiling This Summer
Summer is the perfect time for kids to unplug and explore the world around them. Here are some fun, screen-free activities to keep kids smiling this summer:
1. Creative Crafting
Encourage creativity with hands-on projects:
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DIY Nature Collage: Collect leaves, flowers, and twigs to create beautiful art.
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Homemade Playdough: Mix up a batch and let imaginations run wild.
Explore our Kids’ Crafts Collection for printable templates and ideas.
2. Backyard Camping Adventure
Transform your backyard into a campsite:
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Set up a tent or build a cozy fort using blankets and pillows.
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Tell silly stories, play flashlight tag, or roast marshmallows under the stars.
Don’t forget to grab our Camping-Themed Activity Pack — it’s filled with printables that make outdoor fun even better.
3. Summer Reading Challenge
Promote literacy and a love for reading:
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Create a reading list tailored to your child’s interests.
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Set goals and reward milestones.
Download our Printable Reading Log to track progress.
4. Nature Scavenger Hunt
Encourage exploration and observation:
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List items commonly found in nature for kids to find.
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Discuss each item’s role in the ecosystem.
Our Nature Scavenger Hunt Printable makes it easy to get started.
5. Imaginative Play
Foster creativity through role-playing:
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Dress up and act out favorite stories or create new ones.
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Build a puppet theater and put on a show.
Browse our Imaginative Play Printables or SCC Digital Designs for more inspiration and screen-free activities.
Want even more creative ways to keep the kids learning and laughing this summer? 🌈 We’ve put together a collection of fun printable activity pages that are perfect for road trips, rainy days, or quiet time at home. From coloring sheets to word games, there’s something for every little learner.
👉 Check out our favorite picks in this post ➜
Nancie
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