7 Super Summer Suggestions for Siblings

7 Super Summer Suggestions for Siblings!

Wow, that's a mouthful! Why did I pick this for my topic and title? Simple, I've experienced the summer 7's - I'm one of 7 siblings, and each summer my parents had to be creative trying to come up with different fun suggestions for the family. Believe me, it was challenging at times, but somehow we all got through the summer with fun.

Take a look at some of the things we did to have a super summer with our siblings. Be sure to leave a comment and let me know what kinds of things your family does during the summer months for fun and entertainment. Enjoy!

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One of the most fun things my family and I like to do is make new friends. Going to a local park is a great way to meet people from your neighborhood. It's also a good way to give parents a break.

Kids make friends easily in community facilities, so why not take advantage of the summer days by encouraging your children to make new friends.

Once a week trade off with other parents in taking the kids to the park. This way all the children get to play outdoors and socialize away from home. Besides, even the kids need some time away from their parents once in a while.

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Even though coloring is an all year activity, summer coloring pages encourage creativity and give ideas for things your child might light doing before they actually take part in the event.

Playground Park Coloring Pages & Activities - Free coloring pages & activities for the park or playground. https://www.education.com/worksheets/playground/

Children Playing Coloring Pages - Free coloring pages. http://www.picgifs.com/coloring-pages/childern/

Park Seesaw Online Coloring Puzzles - Color online puzzles. https://www.oncoloring.com/two-girls-seesaw-puzzle-coloring-page_3524.html

There are times when it just isn't possible to get away, and that's when a parent really needs to be creative in their activities with the children. It was fun to eat outdoors with friends and family, but sometimes there wasn't anyone else around except our family.

During those times I liked to plan a picnic with all the things my nephews liked to eat. I can even remember having a big picnic in our livingroom one day when it was raining. For me, it was one of the most fun picnics we ever had.

Teddy Bear Picnic - Free printable coloring page. http://www.first-school.ws/t/cp_teddy/t27.htm

Picnic Under the Tree - Free printable coloring page. http://www.first-school.ws/t/cp_seasonal/s_tree_picnic.htm

Picnic Coloring Pages - Free printable coloring page. http://photobucket.com/images/%20coloring%20page/#!cpZZ15QQtppZZ28

Picnic Online Build A Puzzle. Fun with puzzles. https://www.puzzlepuzzles.com/picnic-in-the-countryside-to-enjoy-nature-and-food-puzzle_6965.html

As with most large families, camping is something we did a lot of during my childhood. I can't tell you how many places we went camping actually, but it was a lot. There were so many things to do all day from swimming, mini golf, horseback riding, hiking, canoeing to singing around the campfire late at night.

Most of the time we camped with other families (I suppose this was to keep my parents company while we were all off during the day). It is no wonder that my parents ended up owning a campground of their own in later years. (That's their campground in Tennessee in the photo.)

Over the years the family thinned out as we all grew, and my younger siblings were able to bring along some friends to fill out the tribe. Be sure to get permission from the child's parent or guardian before heading out on your adventure. Gather any medical information and phone numbers in case of emergency as well for a precaution.

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Camping Coloring Page - Free coloring pages and activities for camping. https://www.education.com/worksheet/article/Color_the_Campsite/

Camping Activities & Worksheets - Free coloring pages and activities for camping. https://www.education.com/worksheets/camping/

Tent Color Pages - Free sleeping in a tent coloring pages. http://www.clker.com/clipart-13322.html

Camping Coloring Pages - Free camping coloring pages. https://www.edupics.com/images/results/photo:0/query:camping

I wish they had these tents around when I was growing up and camping each summer. The entire family can enjoy time in this lighted tent with a hinged door and roll up windows, yes you read that right.

They have exclusive features you'll love. Play games, read and enjoy your family in the new line of Coleman Elite Tents.

Past Poll for: Are you a camper?

Do you like camping? Answered: Sure, love the great outdoors.

Aladdins Cave 2 years ago from Melbourne, Australia - Camping is my middle name. Been during since I was 12 and still do it today when my Mrs kicks me out for the night and I have to stay in dog house :)

Morena 2 years ago - My family and I visted the farm yesterday and I must say its definitely one of our favorite places to stop. While we were there, we purchased some beeswax candles and melts from one of your vendors and I am trying to remember the name of the company. Maybe you could help us with this? We loved their beeswax tart melts so much that I was hoping that they have a website so we could order more since we live a couple of hours away.

ThanksEmmaGraceEllis LM 3 years ago - I love camping!

VspaBotanicals 3 years ago – I love it.

lesliesinclair 3 years ago - I like camping but haven't done it in ages.

Cynthia Haltom 4 years ago from Diamondhead - I do love camping

darciefrench lm 4 years ago - Only with a comfy bed and a porta potty :D

SomethingAboutC 4 years ago - I love camping)

Genesis Davies 4 years ago from Guatemala - I used to live in a tent for months at a time, so yes, I do like camping!

Eighteen18 4 years ago - love it when the weather is good

anonymous 4 years ago - Yes, I do.

Tony Bonura 4 years ago from Tickfaw, Louisiana - Yes, I love camping, although I don't get to do it all that much anymore. That's got to change.

anonymous 4 years ago - We all need time to simply Enjoy Nature!! :D

anonymous 4 years ago - I love going out bush although have to say I prefer a small caravan to a tent these days as not as young anymore

Anthony Godinho 5 years ago from Ontario, Canada - I like camping and enjoy the adventurous outdoors!

Melissa Miotke 5 years ago from Arizona - I do love the spa but I love camping more than just about anything!

erin-elise 5 years ago - I love camping! I am looking forward to going soon.

Past Poll Answer: NO WAY. GIVE ME A SPA IN A HOTEL ANY DAY.

Stephanie 3 years ago from Canada - Not at all. I like to be outside, but at the end of the day, I want a real bed that is spider and bug free.

Odille Rault 4 years ago from Gloucester

Definitely a hotel for me! ;)

Tennyhawk 4 years ago - I'm not a big camper. Every now again, though, it's good to get away.

srsddn lm 4 years ago - Not so popular here!

Little Linda Pinda 4 years ago from Florida - No. I love the outdoors, just not sleeping in a tent. I like a comfortable bed too.

Ruthi 4 years ago - I enjoyed camping when younger, now I prefer for the comforts of home.

LadyKeesh 4 years ago - bugs. hate em'

Darcie French 5 years ago from Abbotsford, BC - Well, give me a comfortable bed in a cabin in the middle of nowhere and I'll call it camping :)

One of the best times I had with my students and nephews was when we flew kites. We ran, played and laughed for hours as we watched each others kites soar high with some ending up in the trees.

In the classroom one of our follow-up reading activities was for each student to make their own kite. I got in on the fun and built one myself, but it didn't turn out as good as theirs. Maybe my imagination needed stirring! Even though mine didn't fly quite as well, the entire class had a wonderful time making memories.

Take some time making memories with your family and friends in the summer by flying kites together.

Kite Coloring Pages & Activities - June 15th is Fly A Kite Day, but you can do it any time.

Kites Theme Preschool Activities and Crafts - Kites theme preschool Activities, crafts, printable lesson plans, coloring pages suitable for toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarten. http://www.first-school.ws/theme/mini_theme/kites.htm

Something that truly amazes me is the types or kinds of kites that people have made that really do fly. Perhaps you can remember this kind of box kite from your youth. Why not let the kids have a go at it also.

Having ice cream was a real treat at our home, because it was quite rare. Sure we had it sometimes at home, but actually going to an ice cream parlor I can only remember happening a few times.

Why not put a few dollars away and plan on an ice cream outing for your family. Go all the way and have fountain sodas, sundaes or even hot dogs and ice cream. Farrell's Ice Cream Parlor was a favorite of ours, but they have since closed their chains unfortunately.

Friendly's is another great place to take the family for ice cream. I love their creamy flavors, and the sundae's are huge!

Bring along the camera to be sure you capture the fun and family event. You'll be glad you did.

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Ice cream coloring pages and activities http://www.first-school.ws/activities/alpha/i/icecreamcone.htm

Ice Cream Cone Coloring Pages - Free printables http://www.fun-with-pictures.com/icecreamcones-coloring-page.html#axzz1yHlYleu4

Summer fun coloring pages - Free coloring pages. http://photobucket.com/images/%20coloring%20page/#!cpZZ21QQtppZZ28

Make it - Share it

Maybe you just aren't in the mood to trek all the kids to the ice cream store. Why not make a family night this summer by making homemade ice cream.

When my sister made this it turned out to be more than a family event, so why not let the kids have some friends over.

Ice Cream Lovers

Have you ever made homemade ice cream? Tell me about it.

• 71% Yes, it was great.
• 29% No, never made it.

35 people have voted in this poll.

Most kids that I know have always dreamed of having a tree house of their own.When I was around 9 years old we lived in a place that had a big barn. Even though it had a hayloft you could look out of from the top of the barn, it still wasn't a tree house.

Here are a few tree house plans that you could do with your family over the summer.

Just think of all the time they'll be playing in it and not be in the house watching tv or on the computer. It's a great place for kids to gather and bring back imagination into playtime.

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Tree House Coloring Pages - Free printable coloring pages. http://www.first-school.ws/t/coloring-pages/home/tree-house.htm

I was blessed to grow up on the East Coast where there were a lot of bodies of water. We could go swimming in the Atlantic Ocean, a bay, lake, creek or large pond.

There was water in every direction you went.Sometimes when we were camping there was the option of going skiing in the lakes or swim in the campground pools.

I preferred the pools (and not the mucky waters in some of the lakes). No matter where we chose to swim, there was an opportunity for fun whether it was riding on someone's shoulders or dunking a person underwater.

Pick your "pond" and have some fun in the water with your family this summer. Be sure to wear the proper clothing, suncreen and hat. Carry bottled water with you too.

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Swimming/Beach Coloring Pages & Activities - Free coloring pages and activities for summer beach fun. http://www.first-school.ws/theme/coloring-pages/beach-seashore.htm

Summer Fun Coloring Pages - 12 summer fun coloring pages http://www.fun-with-pictures.com/summer-coloring-pages.html#axzz1yHlYleu4

Beach Chairs & Accessories

Having a good time at the beach can depend on more than just the sun and water. Not everyone likes to lay on the sand, and for those who don't, be sure to have a good chair and umbrella for them.

Don't forget the beach chairs.

Although this chair may be a little heavy if you have to carry it any distance, it is worth the price. You can relax in the sun and read easily without any glare. The low profile also helps your legs relax in the sand comfortably.

This 60 activity idea book is filled with suggestions the entire family will love. Discover more in backyard camping and bug hunts. Lots of activities guaranteed to bring hours of summer fun for everyone.

Seven super summer suggestions that my siblings and I have done.

As an adult I still do most of these super suggestions, as fun never has an age on it.

Did you know that Crayola has been the kids favorite choice for coloring for over 100 years? It doesn't surprise me with all the colors they have for creative fun. If you 're looking for new ideas on how to use your crayons, check out their website at www.crayola.com.

Camping coloring pages - free coloring pages http://www.coloring-pages-kids.com/coloring-pages/family-people-jobs-coloring-pages/camping-coloring-pages/camping-coloring-pages-gallery.php