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🎉 100 Summer Crafts & Activities for Kids!

Published 2 months ago • 1 min read

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Hi Reader,

Summer is the perfect time to slow down, soak up the sunshine, and make space for creativity. Whether you’re spending the season at home or on the go, we’ve rounded up 100 easy and engaging ideas to help you connect with your kids through art and play.

This giant list is packed with:

  • Simple crafts that spark imagination
  • Outdoor art and nature-inspired projects
  • Playful experiments and DIY fun
  • Activities for sunny days, rainy afternoons, and everything in between

From painting to sensory play to creative building, there’s something here for every age, interest, and energy level.

🌈 Let this be your go-to resource for a creative, joy-filled summer.

100 Creative Ideas for Summer

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Here’s to your most artful summer yet,

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P.S. Save or bookmark this list- it’s one you’ll want to come back to all summer long!

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