Younger children can learn the value of writing about special events by making a beach towel journal. Take a large white beach towel and use bright colored laundry pens to write about a favorite memory after each trip. All members of the family, children as well as their parents should get involved. The towel will last for years and students will want to read it over and over again. Have an indoor picnic with all of the family favorites.
Children can choose their favorite recipes or get some ideas off the Web.
They might want to even call relatives to get some other favorite family recipes. For the indoor picnic, everyone should help with the cooking and setting of the table. This activity can also be great for the class when recess is cancelled or to change the routine of cafeteria dining. Students can bring their dish to school to share with the class. This is an activity sure to delight the hungriest crowd.