Parental 911 ~ Summer’s End is Near

Are You Still Trying to Find Ways to Make This Summer Memorable?

Well ...



It’s NOT too late to have the BEST summer EVER with your kids! …

In today's issue, I'm sharing tips that fit into what’s left of your summer schedule and BUDGET …

The key here is to SCHEDULE the time together; put it on your calendar as if you had to be at the airport hopping on a plane for a quick vacation.

Keep in mind that the goal is to make it a summer to remember, so let’s build some fabulous memories.

The best way to do that is by beginning with something that your kid loves. What lights up their eyes?

Here are 10 EASY tips to get you started:

1. Music
• Check out local Concerts in the Park (typically free_
  
• Or, how about setting up snacks/drinks in your backyard, along with your laptop on a blanket. Everyone in the family gets to choose a music video or two to watch TOGETHER
2. Art
• Have you been to the museum lately
• Or, how about packing a picnic, stop at the library and check out some art books, then heading to the park to share your bounty together
3. Animals
• Zoo/Aquarium, Aviary, visit local farms/petting zoos; for older kids, try horseback riding
• Or, how about volunteering some time TOGETHER at an animal shelter
4. Sports
• Plenty of major league games left this season, try just visiting the ballparks, or drive to a Sports Hall of Fame
  
• Or, how about stopping by some local little league games to support neighborhood ‘stars’ … even if you don’t know them
5. Movies
   
• Movies in the Park typically run through the month of August
  
• Or, how about doing your own movie fest 3 nights in a row at a local drive-in … everyone participates in making the plans (choosing movies, popping popcorn, packing drinks, etc.)
6. Cars/Motorcycles/Races
• Check out local speedways to enjoy inexpensive entertainment
• Or, how about racing each other … bumper cars
7. Getting Dirty
• Off road racing … rent a 4 wheeler if you don't own one, and see how dirty you can get it
  
• Or, how about a spontaneous walk in the rain
8. History
• History Center or Museums
  
• Or, how about researching your family tree TOGETHER
9. Mind Exercises
• Science Center
• Or, how about fun online mind games … Braingym.com, ZiggityZoom, colormyworld.info, my blog gives LOTS of tips, tools, ideas and exercises
10. Ask Your Kid
• You might be surprised at the fabulous ideas they have ... if you just ask and listen
• Chances are, they simply want to spend time together ~ building memories!