Ahhhh JUNE! How is this year halfway over? It’s insane how fast it has flown despite having a slower-paced year.
Here in Michigan, we are still under stay-at-home orders, and not sure if they will end or continue on June 15. With that in mind, I’ve kept that in mind and come up with a list of ideas for each day of the month to make it memorable.
Remember for the ideas that are in public, practicing social distancing and wearing a mask when possible *needs* to happen. Let’s kick this thing so we can move on, friends 😉
Also, make sure to remember this month means strawberries will be in season and U-pick farms will be open! Try Degroot’s or Spicers for some delicious berries and make sure to read up on their policies this year.
Have fun and make some great memories — and if you haven’t created a summer bucket list, I suggest you give it a shot!
30 Things To Do With Kids in June
June 1 — Pack up some books and head to a local park to read together in a hammock or on blankets. It’s amazing what a new location can do for the soul!
June 2 — Water War card game. Just like War, but if you win the round, the winner gets to dump a cup of water on the losers’ head. {This is a hit here — especially when mom plays along 😉 }
June 3 — It’s World Bicycle Day. Are you able to bike somewhere fun? This is the perfect day to ditch the car and rides bikes!
June 4 — Work with your family members to make a summertime playlist of upbeat music.
June 5 — This day is National Donut Day. Need I say more?! Perfect reason to get out for a little drive-thru sweet treat! {P.S. Dunkin Donuts is giving away a free donut with any beverage purchase!}
June 6 — Cook dinner over a bonfire. Check out this big list of meal ideas.
June 7 — Hatch caterpillars into butterflies using an easy kit purchased online. {Learn more here.}
June 8 — Kick it old school and have the kids do an egg and spoon race in the yard.
June 9 — Be a tourist in your own town! Since the official ‘tourist’ events have been cancelled, consider what you can do to show off your city. Take photos outside or near prominent buildings, or shop small.
June 10 — Visit the animals at the Howell Nature Center {sign-up in advance for a time slot} or another local farm that is open.
June 11 — Visit a beach and make a sand volcano. {Kensington Metropark beaches are open. Just make sure to practice social distancing while visiting.}
June 12 — Learn some magic tricks with the help of YouTube. There are tons of fun videos!
June 13 — It’s Michigan’s DNR FREE Fishing Weekend. All fishing license fees will be waived for two days. A Recreation Passport will NOT be required for entry into state parks and boating access sites either.
June 14 — Head to a scenic location or some local murals for a fun photo shoot.
June 15 — Play a game of “Would You Rather?” A simple Google search will show tons of ideas for questions to ask.
June 16 — Make sun prints with plants and nature. Tons of ideas can be found on Pinterest, and not all require special paper or fabric.
June 17 — Make a family TikTok video. There are so many funny ideas out there from recreating photos to dances.
June 18 — Visit Stepping Stone Falls in Flint to see the waterfalls and hike the nearby trail.
June 19 — Create an obstacle course with supplies found in nature.
June 20 — Happy Summer Solstice! Celebrate with a bonfire talent show where each member of the family has their moment to shine.
June 21 — Happy Father’s Day! Celebrate those dads in your life with some fun 🙂
June 22 — Try a new, exotic fruit. {My kids have been begging to try fresh coconut, so that’s the plan for us!}
June 23 — Play FootGolf. Think golf with soccer balls. Great for older kids! See this list for local courses.
June 24 — Go on a story walk. The Highland Library has one currently. A great way to practice reading and enjoy the great outdoors!
June 25 — Visit Kensington Metropark to feed the birds and other critters. {See details here.}
June 26 — Play Twister with the family and put shaving cream on each spot. Hose off afterwards.
June 27 — Make homemade popsicles with juice and/or fresh fruit or try this Kool-Aid sherbet. {Frozen grapes are one of our favorite summertime treats too!}
June 28 — Go creeking! Perfect way to cool off and discover nature. {We love playing in the river at Mill Creek Park North in Dexter and getting root beer floats at the old fashioned A&W drive-thru across the street!}
June 29 — Take a walk and take pictures of as many plants, bugs, and animals that you can find.
June 30 — Make bubble snakes using a water bottle and sock.
What’s on your radar this month? Make it a good one!
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