The Belles Combines summer guide: games, recipes and tips for a memorable family summer
11 June, 2024 • Par Natacha Langlois
It's official: there are only two weeks left in the school year, and the long-awaited vacation is finally almost here! But because this time of year, when the kids are all home full time, can also be a challenge, we've prepared a practical summer guide for you, with a wealth of tools and resources for a harmonious, relaxing family summer, with independent kids who fully pitch in every day (at least most of the time!).
Outdoor game ideas for when the kids are bored
Of course, you don't have to play the friendly activity director all summer long, and it's understood that your kids will certainly get bored a few times during the summer season! But if they ever start going around in circles more than you'd like, our summer guide suggests several easy-to-set-up outdoor game ideas that are sure to please young and old alike!
Summer cocooning
Has it been raining for several days, and the kids have gone through all the board games twice and cleaned out the craft supplies? Rather than steering them toward a screen, offer them our list of original activities perfect for rainy days!
Chores to delegate to teens
Are your teens home all summer and you're worried about seeing them go around in circles or spend entire days on a screen? Discover our list of perfect chores to delegate to them on the warm days, not only to keep them busy but also to build their independence and encourage them to take full part in family life.
Easy recipes and snacks
Because mealtimes come around quickly when everyone is home, we invite you to get your kids involved in preparing lunches and snacks with our selection of easy-to-make lunch recipes and no-cook snacks.
Free or low-cost outings
With the current economic situation, it's not always possible to take a big vacation or even go away with the kids. So we're offering a complete list of free or low-cost activities that are sure to please the whole family! And, for any beach outings, find in our guide the list of essentials not to forget!
On top of all that, our summer guide also includes practical tricks for reducing and managing the inevitable kid squabbles, and suggestions for quick-to-make dinners (to fully enjoy the hot summer days!), and more!
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