Creating the ultimate summer bucket list to beat the heat and crush boredom will surely keep the kids entertained and the parents at ease. Make the most of the sunny days for your child with these seven activities:
1.) Grow a Potato Plant
What you will need:
*1 potato of any kind
*1 glass cup or jar
*Approximately 4 toothpicks
Keep your child’s brain active this summer with science! Growing a potato plant is a simple, fun, and educational activity.
For further instructions visit: http://homeguides.sfgate.com/grow-potato-cup-45823.html
2.) Pool Noodle Sprinkler
Turn that extra pool noodle into the perfect backyard sprinkler!
What you will need:
*1 foam pool noodle
*Duct tape
*Skewer or ice pick
*Hose
For further instructions visit:http://ziggityzoom.com/content/pool-noodle-sprinkler-summer-fun
3.) Squirt Gun Painting
*Squirt guns
*Easel or canvas
* Drop cloth or an old sheet
*Watercolor paper
*Liquid watercolors
Put those squirt guns to artistic use and have your child create a masterpiece!
For further instructions visit:http://www.somewhatsimple.com/fun-summer-art-project-water-gun-painting/
For a DIY liquid watercolor recipe
visit: http://www.preschoolinspirations.com/2014/01/28/diy-liquid-watercolor/
4.) Homemade Bouncy Balls
Step away from the bouncy ball vending machine and break out the craft supplies. Make and customize your own bouncy balls from home!
What you will need:
*Borax (in the laundry detergent aisle)
*Cornstarch
*Warm water
*Elmer’s glue
*Optional: Food coloring and glitter
5.) Tropical Seashell Fish Craft
Bring the beach to you and make an under the sea pal with seashells, paint, and googly eyes!
What you will need:
*Large seashells for the fish body
*Small seashells for the tails and fins
*Tropical paint colors
*Hot glue gun
For the tutorial and photos visit: http://craftsbyamanda.com/tropical-seashell-fish-craft/
6.) Make Your Own Popsicles
Cool off this summer with fresh mango-strawberry popsicles from scratch!
What you will need:
*Sugar
*Water
*Lemon juice
*2 cups of fresh strawberries
*2 whole mangoes
For full recipe visit: http://tastykitchen.com/recipes/desserts/fresh-mango-and-strawberry-popsicle/
7.) Glow-In-The-Dark Volcano
Create a color explosion with this easy to make experiment.
What you will need:
*Vinegar
*Baking soda
*Glow-in-the-dark paint or fluorescent paint
*Optional: Dish soap
