But now school is almost over, and parents have been asking me what to do with their kids this summer. Since I've just agreed to be a lifeguard at the area recreation club, and don't want the beach to be over-run with bored kids, I thought it best to give you some suggestion. An Alphabet's Worth of Books First, have your child pick a theme. Next, go to the library and ask the librarian to help pick books within your child's reading level. Z. Another thought for a summer project is to make a book called Alphabet of Feelings .
Kids can use a nice notebook and cut out pictures, draw or write poems about that day's feelings.
Summer is also a good time for kids to do increased chores. Gardens need weeding and watering, lawns need mowing and surfaces need fresh paint. This is a perfect opportunity to teach them the lesson of help they neighbor . Maybe there's an elderly or handicapped person near you who could use a hand one morning or afternoon a week. Oh, and bring plenty of sunscreen.