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Embracing the Summer Season – tips & ideas

Around here it is heating up and the school is ending. We are headed into the summer season. There are several things that I think about at this time of year.

My book project has me very busy these days so I am including some excellent resources from the archives that will help you in this season. [here is more about my book project]

Taking a Summer Break from Homeschool

4 Helpful Steps for Planning Summer Break

Daily Theme Ideas for Summer

Quick Ideas to Get Kids into Summer Reading

How to Revive Your Love of Reading this Summer

Packing Questions for Summer Travel

I hope that this time of year is joyful and restful for you!

Have a beautiful day!

🌞🌻- April


Photos by Angelo Pantazis and  Kaizen Nguyễn on Unsplash

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