Summer Fun with Your Preschooler

The temperature outside keeps rising, snowy days have been replaced by constant rain and gloom and your hair has had about all the humidity it can take. Now add a curious and active preschooler to the mix and you have a summer dilemma. How can you stay cool and happy and keep your child entertained and active during the summer months? Fortunately, there are many activities that you and your preschooler can take advantage of during the summer months that are guaranteed to be fun, educational and engaging all at the same time.

Indoor activities are exceptionally popular during the summer months and as a result, businesses and local entities promote various programs and special events during the summer months. Take your child to the bounce zone at an indoor family entertainment center, purchase a childrens summer movie pass from your local movie theater, attend story time at libraries, malls or childrens shops and purchase tickets to theater events such as sing-a-longs or puppet shows. If you belong to a moms group or play group, organize a local fire house tour or visit a planetarium. You can also beat the heat by heading to a childrens museum or science museum with interactive hands-on displays that are designed for young children. If you work or want your child to prepare for the transition to preschool in the fall, enroll your child at a summer camp at his or her school.

Outdoor activities are also popular during the summer. Consider enrolling in a swim class with your child. Most programs require parental participation until the child reaches age three. If you prefer to watch your children splash and cool off, locate public water fountains at shopping centers or parks. Be sure to check that the fountains have been approved by local health officials for sanitary and safety concerns. Some alternatives to water fun include a visit to the zoo, aquarium or farmers market. Even better, tour a dairy farm and enjoy a fresh ice cream treat with your child,

If you are still searching for ideas to keep your child entertained, check out the June issue of our E-News and organize a family vacation or weekend retreat.

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