Fun and Exciting Summer Activities for Kids Ages 3–7

Hey there, Mamas! Looking for some fun and engaging activities to keep your buzzing kiddos entertained during the summer break without losing your calm? Take a deep sigh of relief; you are in the right place. We understand that keeping the kids engaged while limiting screen time is an uphill battle. So we have compiled a list of unique and exciting summer activities to hold their attention and spark their imagination. Let’s get started!!

Alphabet Nature Walk (Outdoor)

Going for an evening stroll with kids is a great bonding activity. It provides you an opportunity to have a casual one-to-one conversation with your kid, allowing you to peek into his/her little mind. Next time, when you go out for a walk, do this fun activity with them.

How to do it:

Tell them to find something that starts with each letter of the alphabet during your walk. This activity will not only improve their observational skills but also help them with letter recognition and vocabulary.

Backyard Waterpark (Outdoor)

Setting up a water park in your house is one of the best and most effortless summer activities for kids to keep them engaged while beating the heat. You can double the fun by joining them.

How to do it:

Create a vibrant mini waterpark in your backyard using the splash pad, water play sprinklers, and an inflatable outdoor pool. Make it more thrilling by using water guns and balloons to play different water games. You can also try incorporating simple challenges like “Can you fill this cup using only a sponge?” or “What sinks or floats?” to keep the kids engaged for longer.

Fruit & Veggie Stamping (Indoor)

It is one of the must-do indoor summer activities. This activity will keep your kids entertained while keeping them away from screens and the heat. It will enhance their sensory experience and open the door for healthy eating conversations.

How to do it:

Use fruits like lemons, apples, oranges, and cut them in half. Vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, celery sticks, and corn on the cob work great too. Lay out a large sheet of white paper and pour a small amount of paint into a shallow dish. Tell your child to press the cut side of the fruit or vegetable into the paint and then onto the paper. Here is the video tutorial.

 Let them be messy and have fun.

Quick tip: Don’t forget to scoop out the pulp from juicy fruits like lemons before stamping to avoid the mess.

DIY Storybook

We all know kids love stories. Encourage your child to make a DIY storybook and let them become the little authors and have a storybook of their own. This fun activity will spark their imagination and creativity while enhancing their fine motor skills.

How to do it:

Help your child choose a story theme about an imaginary adventure or a real, fun event from their life. They can even pick a story about their favorite cartoon character or animal. Encourage them to draw a part of the story on each page of the notebook and write simple captions for each picture. The drawing doesn’t need to be perfect. Help them with the vocabulary. Use stickers, stamps, colors, and cutouts to decorate the storybook.

Make Your Own Popsicles

Last but not least, this summer activity is packed with flavor, fun, and fruits. This cool activity will not only keep your kids engaged but also reward them with a refreshing treat at the end. This will also give them a sense of pride in making their favorite treat on their own.

How to do it:

Help your kids pick their favorite fruits like berries, bananas, mangoes, watermelon, and the like. Help them blend the fruit with a dollop of Greek-style yogurt or homemade hung curd. You can ditch the yogurt and add a splash of juice or coconut water to make the juice-based blends. Transfer the mixture into the silicone mold and pop it into the freezer until frozen. Create different variations using different combinations.

To wrap this up, summer break is the time when core memories are made. Take it as an opportunity to bond with your kids and spend quality time with them while sneaking in some learning. These summer activities for kids will make it easier for you to handle the busy break while filling your days with fun, creativity, and laughter.