Summer holiday activities and things to do with children
The long summer holidays are almost here and with them the question of how to fill all that time.
Here’s some tips from top educationalists on how to keep kids amused and at the same time keep their minds ticking over ready for the new academic year.
1. Get Active
Ideas to keep children – and you – fit and healthy
Try out some fun new physical games and activities that can be done both indoors and outdoors – just the thing for the unpredictable British summertime weather.
2. Reading
Reading for pleasure is an important part of a child’s development
Take an adventure into the world of children’s literature as celebrities share what they love about their favourite books.
3. DIY Science
Get experimenting this summer, holiday science should be fun, exciting and engaging
Perfect for rainy days, why not try out a range of do it yourself science experiments from Terrific Scientific.
Make a tornado at home in a bottle, learn how to make drink cans jump and create your own rainbow.
4. Get new skills
Summer is the perfect time for finding something you love
A collection of short films to inspire young people in recognising passions and talents, to set life goals.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/summer-activities-for-children/zjwbkmn