Learning That Doesn’t Feel Like School
MENTALLY STIMULATING ACTIVITIES FOR SUMMER
like “a trip to Mexico” or “pasta party,” but let them choose the recipes and prep the meals on their own.
bubbles? The formula is simple: 1 part dish soap (Dawn or Joy work best) to 10 parts water. Optionally, you can also include 1/4 part glycerin. The process of making the solution will teach ratios, and finding creative ways to blow bubbles fosters problem-solving skills and creative thinking. FOR TEENAGERS: FAMILY DINNER PARTY Cooking teaches so many important skills: math, science, nutrition, concentration, cultural understanding, following directions, creativity, time management, and more. Even better, it doesn’t feel like learning; it feels like fun. Encourage your older children to take the reins for preparing regular meals throughout the summer. You can pick guiding themes,
There are many people who eagerly await Independence Day for one reason — fireworks. Through the multitude of colors and sparks, which are fascinating to watch, it may be easy to forget you’re dealing with explosions of gunpowder. Beautiful bursts of color in the night sky during a fireworks display can be breathtaking and exciting, but lighting fireworks by yourself can be dangerous. According to the National Fire Protection Association, consumer fireworks cause thousands of injuries every year, and Independence Day is host to the most reported fires during the year, half of which are caused by fireworks. If you’re eager to celebrate and avoid any devastating accidents this year, here are a few safety tips. Every summer, parents across the country have to deal with the same delicate problem. They want to make sure their kids continue to learn without feeling like they’re being assigned tasks. After all, summer homework is every child’s worst nightmare. Luckily, you don’t have to rely on math problems and book reports to keep your child’s development from taking a two-month vacation. Here are a few mentally stimulating activities that are as educational as they are fun. FOR LITTLE ONES: HOMEMADE BUBBLES Bubbles fascinate young children, so why not spend a day making your own solution and experimenting by blowing different types of
FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY: AN EDUCATIONAL FIELD TRIP Field trips always inspire excitement in students, and you’ll find the same goes for your family members. You can tailor your destination to the interests of your kids for maximum engagement. If you have a family of art lovers, head to a museum for some
inspiration and discussion. Kids who prefer the outdoors will enjoy a nature walk or hike. You can bring along a field guide to identify flora and fauna. These trips may not pack the thrill of a water park, but they’re fun in an entirely different way. SAFETY MEASURES TO PRACTICE WITH FIREWORKS KEEPING YOUR FAMILY AND PETS SAFE FROM HARM
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Keep a bucket of water close by when setting off fireworks. Also keep a charged garden hose nearby.
the state of Florida, you can visit the American Pyrotechnics Association list at americanpyro.com/state-law-directory.
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Keep your pets away from fireworks. Never take your pet to a firework display, and keep them inside your home on the Fourth to avoid exposure to the noise. Be sure that your pets have proper ID tags in case they run off. One of the best ways to avoid potential damage this July is to attend a firework display hosted by professionals rather than setting them off at home. This July, it’s important to keep these tips in mind. Practice safety measures to avoid potentially severe injuries and keep everyone safe and happy. •
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Keep children under constant surveillance when handling and lighting fireworks.
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Don’t drink alcohol while setting off fireworks. A sober adult should always monitor the fireworks. Don’t relight dud fireworks. If a firework doesn’t light, the National Council on Fireworks Safety (NCFS) recommends waiting 20 minutes before soaking the firework in a bucket of water and discarding it.
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Make sure that you’re using legal fireworks. To check which fireworks are legal in
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