If possible, involve them in structured activities such as summer camp, team sports, or summer school. If you work, make a daily schedule for each child. Project confidence in their ability to follow guidelines. Be firm and consistent with consequences for not complying. If your children are going to camp or to visit with relatives, be sensitive to the feelings they may have about leaving you.
Children are often reluctant to share fears or worries.
Give them a schedule of when they can expect to hear from you. Summer is a great time to experience new things with your children. Go on short trips with them, to a museum or a park. Encourage discussions about what they've seen. Check local newspapers and other publications for community events and activities.