The summer slide isn’t your everyday playground fixture—it’s a sneaky season-long slip ‘n slide that both parents and educators worry about.
Educational studies have shown that during the long summer break, children can lose up to 20% of the creative skills they’ve developed during the school year. This loss isn’t just about forgetting how to solve math problems or the details of historical events; it’s about a decline in creativity, which plays a crucial role in a child’s overall development and learning capabilities.
Why focus on creative skills during summertime?
Creativity isn’t just the cherry on top—it’s the whole sundae! Engaging in creative activities helps improve children’s problem-solving, social butterfly skills, and motor development.
Summer isn’t just for kicking back—it’s prime time to keep those creative juices flowing like a tropical smoothie!
10 screen-free ways to keep creativity afloat
Dodge the summer slide with these sun-soaked, screen-free escapades.
1. Art projects.
Anchor a mini art studio at home where your young artist can paint, draw, or sculpt their next masterpiece.
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2. DIY musical instruments.
Band together using household treasures to craft instruments, then jam out to your family’s summer anthem.
3. Writing and performing plays.
Unleash your child’s inner Shakespeare—script a backyard play and take the stage, garden gnome audience included.
4. Eco-friendly crafts.
Get crafty with recycling! Turn yesterday’s news into today’s art project, saving the planet while you’re at it.
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5. Inventing songs or raps.
Drop beats and heat this summer with a family rap battle—may the best rhyme win!
6. Creating greeting cards.
Spread some sunshine with DIY cards for pals near and far. Nothing says “wish you were here” like a handmade hello.
7. Fun in the Kitchen.
Whip up some fun in the kitchen as junior chefs don hats and decorate treats that are as sweet as summer vacation.
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8. Clothes design.
Fashion runway-ready outfits from old fabrics—because who doesn’t want to strut their stuff in curtain couture?
9. Face painting.
Turn cheeks into canvases with a family face painting day. Who needs a pool when you’ve got cool designs to splash on?
10. Salt clay sculptures and moon landings.
Sculpt and salt your way to a gallery of pinch pot critters and clay-coated creations. Or try recreating the craters on the moon!
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Lingokids as a tool to combat the summer slide
The Lingokids app is stocked with games and activities designed to block the summer slide.
Here’s why Lingokids rocks the summer dock:
- Peace of mind: Chill out knowing your little one’s screen time is safe, secure, and super educational.
- Continuous learning: Keep the learning compass pointing north! Our activities ensure no kid sails into September unprepared.
- Teacher-recommended: Ms. Campbell gives it two thumbs up! Educators everywhere trust Lingokids to keep the learning lively and fun.
From interactive storybooks to creative games, Lingokids ensures your child’s summer is stacked with learning, laughter, and a hefty dose of creativity. Let’s flip the script on the summer slide and turn these months into a creative crescendo, ensuring your little learners are primed and ready to dive into the new school year.
More about Lingokids
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