Ten Weeks of Fun Summer Activities for Parents and Kids

This week's activity is going on a picnic at a state park. Pack your favorite lunch and snacks, and head out the door. You'll find plenty to do for kids of every age, from hiking, to fishing, to good old fashioned playing on the jungle gym.

Resources for Planning Your Picnic:
Locate the nearest state park and begin planning your picnic with these resources.

• US National Park Locator
• Plan the Perfect Picnic

Books to Read:
Share these books with your kids during the week as you explore the theme of having a picnic.

• Bears' Picnic Accompany the Berenstain Bears on a picnic as Papa Bear tries to find just the right spot.


• P.B. Bears' Picnic Complete each Pajama Bedtime Bear story by adding stickers.


• A Berry Picnic Surprise Press the sound buttons while you enjoy this Strawberry Shortcake story.

Related Crafts:
Plan to do one of these craft activities, too, as you explore this week's theme.

• Nature Wreath Craft
• Picnic Table Coloring Page
• Picnic Basket Coloring Page

Corresponding Meals and Snacks:
Finally, plan at least one meal or snack this week that also relates to the theme. This makes everything you're learning together even more fun!

• Favorite Picnic Recipes
• Perfect Picnic Menu