{"id":5383,"date":"2013-07-11T06:00:53","date_gmt":"2013-07-11T11:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.positivelysplendid.com\/?p=5383"},"modified":"2013-07-19T09:04:02","modified_gmt":"2013-07-19T14:04:02","slug":"5-fun-things-to-do-with-your-kids-today","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.positivelysplendid.com\/5-fun-things-to-do-with-your-kids-today\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Fun Things to Do with Your Kids Today!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Summer heat is upon us, and after a number of weeks of summer vacation, the pool might have started to lose a bit of its luster. Sound familiar? If you are on the hunt for fun kids activities to while away an afternoon, check out these five fun, creative and oh-so-kid-friendly ideas. They are sure to be a hit!<\/p>\n

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Bubble Wrap Crocodiles<\/a><\/h3>\n

What child doesn’t love to make a game of popping bubble wrap? Take that one step further by using the bubble wrap to craft delightful crocodiles!<\/p>\n

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Neighborhood Photo Scavenger Hunt<\/a><\/h3>\n

Use my free printables to go on a scavenger hunt mission through your neighborhood, snapping photos along the way. This is a great way to get to know the world outside your own back door a little bit better, and it would be a perfect activity for getting a group of kiddos from your neighborhood together for a couple of hours of fun.<\/p>\n

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Edible Bingo Game<\/a><\/h3>\n

Print off these boards and make a tasty game of learning letters and their sounds!<\/p>\n

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Colorblock Canvas Art<\/a><\/h3>\n

Turn simple canvases into artwork to adorn your child’s bedroom walls. Kids will love seeing their art on display!<\/p>\n

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Birdseed Sandwiches<\/a><\/h3>\n

Treat the feathered and furry creatures in your yard to a tasty treat by whipping up a batch of these birdseed sandwiches. Hang them in a tree outside your window, and enjoy observing all of the animals who stop by for a visit!<\/p>\n

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On the lookout for even more fun summer ideas? Don’t miss this list over at Homes.com, featuring 5 DIY summer family activities. <\/a>The ideas for water play are particularly fun!<\/p>\n

What are your favorite creative activities to do with your children?<\/h3>\n

I hope today’s ideas have inspired you to add a couple more to your list!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Summer heat is upon us, and after a number of weeks of summer vacation, the pool might have started to lose a bit of its luster. Sound familiar? If you are on the hunt for fun kids activities to while away an afternoon, check out these five fun, creative and oh-so-kid-friendly ideas. They are sure…<\/p>\n

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