Summer is one of the most exciting times for school-aged children, but for parents, it’s a challenge to keep them entertained. Without the routine of school, kids can get bored despite their inclination to curiosity. Research shows that children who are engaged in different tasks catered to their interests are more likely to build important life skills like impulse control and creative thinking.
Here are a few fun ideas from our Reno daycare teachers to keep your children occupied during the long summer days!
Go To Local Parks
There are plenty of neighborhood parks in the Reno and Sparks area, all with lots of fun play structures and sport courts for kids to use. Pack snacks and a blanket to bask in the warm Reno sunshine with a picnic. You might discover a new favorite place to have fun outside and make new friends!
Check out the City of Reno’s Parks and Recreation directory for playgrounds and more here.
Plant A Garden
This skill-building activity is important to helping kids understand how their favorite fruits, vegetables, or flowers grow. Your backyard or patio will look amazing as everything blooms. From playing in dirt to helping water plants, your little ones will have a great time seeing their hard work pay off over time! It’s a win-win: you’ll get to enjoy the fruits (and vegetables) of your labor too.
Get Crafty
Introducing simple arts and crafts projects help kids exercise their imagination and creativity. Whether they paint rocks, take up paper-maché, or make a fridge decoration, your kids will find something that they love. Local art classes for children are an option as they can make friends, memories and awesome projects.
Go To A Museum
There are a number of museums in the Northern Nevada area, including the Discovery Museum. With year round events and exhibits, the science-focused museum appeals to visitors of all ages and interests. Current exhibitions include the Mindbender Mansion, Inside Out: an Anatomy Experience, and Nevada Stories. With lots of fun things to do, kids won’t believe they’re learning at the same time!
Have A Family Cook-Off
Get your kids interested in cooking as they learn more about how foods come together to become a great meal. Easy things to make with them include cookies and other desserts, pizza, or homemade ice cream. No matter what they cook up, it’s sure to be a delicious learning experience!
How Our Preschool In Sparks NV Prepares Students For K-12 Education
The Nevada Ready! state funded Pre-K program is an effective way for our community to help young students transition from Reno preschools to kindergarten. Nevada Ready! has evidence-based curriculum and assessments to prepare children as they explore with thematic learning materials in a play-based environment.
Our daycare in Reno NV has a high quality learning program with trained teaching staff to provide age-appropriate education. We believe in meaningful and hands-on learning that creates the foundation for kindergarten readiness. This is possible thanks to United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra to provide funding for qualified families to enroll at preschools that offer Nevada Ready!.
At Little Bear, we we pride ourselves on giving our preschoolers the freedom to learn at their own pace in a setting that lets their interests and skills flourish. Contact our staff at the best preschool Reno NV has, and learn more about how we can jump start your child’s education today.
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