Summer Reading Summer is a great time for reading. You can read outside at the pool, on the porch, or inside in the air conditioning. Reading is important for keeping school skills sharp in the summer. Daily reading can put children almost a year ahead of students who are not reading/being read to. We’ve compiled …
Sun/Water Safety Summer is a great time to have fun outdoors and to take advantage of the sunshine. However, it’s necessary to take some precautions when out in the summer heat. June is National Safety Month, so we gathered some tips for you to enjoy playing safely. Sun Safety Take Precautions Wear broad spectrum sunscreen …
Park/Playground Safety Summer is a great time to have fun outdoors and to take advantage of the sunshine. However, it’s important to be mindful of your surroundings. June is National Safety Month, so we gathered some tips to help enjoy playing outside safely. Inspect equipment before using Check for splintered wood, broken pieces, sharp edges. …
May is National BBQ Month. There are so many techniques- smoking, roasting, braising, grilling- just to name a few. Barbecuing can be a great way to kick off the summer, especially since so much of the cooking is done outdoors. How to Celebrate: Get takeout from a local barbecue place. Our favorites are Midwood Smokehouse …
Summer Reading Ideas Summer is a great time to enjoy reading! It’s a great activity for winding down after a busy day or even to enjoy outdoors when its too hot too play. Lots of book clubs can be even be done virtually. Make it fun by reading books, then watching the coordinating movie to …
Summer Safety Tips Summer is a great time to have fun outdoors, however, it’s important to be mindful of safety. Here are some things to remember while enjoying the outdoors this summer. Bugs Keep backyard free from standing water which can breed mosquitos. Burn citronella candles and use insect repellent. Wear long sleeves and pants …
Summer is a great time to have fun outdoors and take advantage of the warm sun. However, it’s very important to be mindful of safety. Here are some tips to help children enjoy playing outside safely this summer. Water Safety Know and follow the rules of pool, beach or splash pad. Never take your eyes …
