Tag: Summer

  • Recycle Challenge: Water Bottle Challenge 

    Recycle Challenge: Water Bottle Challenge 

    Before you throw that water bottle away, or toss it into the recycle bin, think of some fun and useful ways to give it a new purpose. Use a small water bottle or a gallon size. Make sure you clean it out well and allow it to dry completely if you plan to store anything…

  • Summer Word Wheel 

    Summer Word Wheel 

    Something Fun To Do Index Fun Pages Index Word Hunt Puzzle #1 Summer Wordplay: Words Within Words 1 Connect with FranW.com! Facebook  Pinterest YouTube Channel

  • Summer Fun Page

    Summer Fun Page

    How many words can you make from the words: Popsicle Stand Note: Add some fun twists and turns to your game with the info in this post. Planning Challenge Plan a summer celebration or camping trip. This can be at a park, in your own backyard, or somewhere else. Create your own outdoor games from…

  • Fun Ways To Learn At A Public Garden

    There are a great many benefits to walking through a public garden, and if you ever taken the time to visit one in your community or area, you know it can be a peaceful and relaxing place that leaves you refreshed from the experience. It is also a great place to give your observation skills…

  • 12 Fun Ways To Learn In The Park

    Explore the trails. As you walk through the trails, look around at the wildlife and plants, and try to identify as many as you can. You may find the free app Shazam for Nature helpful for identifying local plant life. Bring a pocket microscope or a magnifying glass along with you to get a better look at…

  • Celebrate Summer

    Celebrate Summer

    The warm weather is here, it’s a great time to plan a summer celebration!  Who will you invite? It doesn’t matter if you are inviting everyone you know, or keeping it a family-only event, invitations help to set the stage for fun and give everyone something to look forward to! Make a list of all the…

  • Bottle Roll Bullseye

    This open-ended game can be played indoors or out and encourages players to make up their own rules and scoring system.You will need: An old sheet or an inexpensive white tablecloth (any shape), acrylic paint and a paint brush, recycled water bottles, water, and food coloring or paintOptional: Chalk or sidewalk paint, paint markers, paper,…

  • Summertime Fun: August, Volume 1

    Summertime Fun: August, Volume 1

    Mini Marble Run – Make a mini marble run with straws and B.B.s   Creative Inspirations #3 – Take time to get creative with the two words offered for the month.   Soda Pop Project – Learn how soda got its start and make some delicious concoctions of your own! Bottle Roll Bullseye – An open-ended…

  • Summer Fun July Volume 1

    Summer Fun July Volume 1

        Hot Dogs – July is National Hot Dog Month! Learn about hot dogs, play some games, do a puzzle and what how hot dogs are made.   Spray Art – Do a fun painting activity outdoors! Animal Antics – You get to act like your favorite animal in this fun game!   Hoop…

  • Summertime Fun – June, Volume 1

    Summertime Fun – June, Volume 1

      I have 13 fun activities for you and your family to enjoy this month.  You can look forward to doing experiments, puzzles, crafts, games, observational activities, creative activities, and a few other things. If you’re interested in playing along with us, here are the items you will need.  Each post will include a short…

  • Summertime Fun

    Summertime Fun

    Looking for fun and creative things to do this summer with your kids?  I’ve posted some great activities that we like to do right here on FranW.com! There are enough ideas to last you the whole summer!     You may be wondering what age group these activities are good for and honestly, I offer…

  • Celebrate Summer!

    Summer items by Fran W. The warm weather is here! It’s a great time to plan a summer celebration!    Who will you invite? Whether you’re inviting everyone you know, or keeping it a family-only event, invitations help to set the stage for fun and give everyone something to look forward to! Make a list of…