preparing for summertime

Only 7 school days left until the long US summer vacation begins.   Part of me is looking forward to long warm days, no rushing out the door in the morning, parks, friends and relaxation.  The other part remembers how 12 weeks can feel !!!!

We have a vacation planned and the kiddos have some fun camps to attend with friends.   But then there's still 7 weeks to fill and enjoy.

I'm planning a few fun garden activities to keep the kiddos amused without having to visit every playground in the Portland metro area!  Nothing like a bit of back yard fun with neighbourhood kids to keep everyone happy.

Back yard bean bag toss game.  cb2

Enough sidewalk chalk to get their creativity going

and a little hop scotch too.

For those hot days when nothing but water games will do.

Bring the teepee outdoors, with blankets for the ground and lots

of cushions, and hours of playtime and games begin.

all images via Pinterest

Such a great idea.  I know the perfect spot in our back garden

for a big chalk board.

Shopping List for Stocking Up

Paper

Pencils

Pens

Stickers

Mini bird houses to paint

Balloons

Bubbles

Large canvas for a big painting project

Cookie and treat making supplies (who wants to run out of chocolate chips 

when the need arises?!)

What activities do you like to plan for the summer days with kids?