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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As an extended year educator, it can be challenging to convince your students that they aren\u2019t missing out on summer vacation. Lucky for you, summer is the best time to have outdoor, fun, hands-on lessons that make them excited to be there! Here are some ideas for summer lessons that are so fun, they don\u2019t feel like learning!<\/p>\n

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Virtual field trips<\/strong><\/h4>\n

You can go just about anywhere in the world<\/a> and in some cases, even out of this world<\/a>, virtually! If you\u2019ve exhausted your local spots for field trips, these interactive trips that can spark a love for travel, science, arts, and more in your students!<\/p>\n

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Social-emotional learning<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Teaching social-emotional skills can be difficult, considering it\u2019s something that makes the most sense in practice rather than in theory. Games that simulate real life are a great way to create situations where kids will need to exercise those skills. Here are some games you can bring to any extended year classroom!<\/p>\n

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What are you doing?<\/a><\/p>\n

All Tangled Up<\/a><\/p>\n

Evolution<\/a><\/p>\n

Alligator Swamp<\/a><\/p>\n

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Summer Fun Printable Packet<\/strong><\/h4>\n

This summer fun printable packet<\/a> is a go-to for teachers during the summer. Whether you\u2019re taking class outside to identify nature around you, or you\u2019re demonstrating independent quiet time with a word search, there\u2019s an activity here that\u2019s both fun and designed to keep their skills sharp!<\/p>\n

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Hands-on lessons<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The real world has so much knowledge to offer your students! Get them involved in summertime activities that require them to take their time and be observant. Apply your regular curriculum to these fun activities. Examples include:<\/p>\n

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Planting a garden<\/strong><\/p>\n

Great beginner plants include sunflowers, green beans, carrots, and tomatoes<\/p>\n

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Starting a rock collection<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

This is great for teaching students about the earth, different kinds of rocks, and even the Earth\u2019s layers!<\/p>\n

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Planning a make-believe trip<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pick a destination and have them do research on the local culture and customs. Ask them to present what they would do on a dream vacation to this location!<\/p>\n

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Field Day<\/strong><\/p>\n

There\u2019s no better time for Physical Education than summertime! Get out any yard game supplies you have and let your students have the best day ever!<\/p>\n

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DIY bubbles<\/strong><\/p>\n

Need a STEM activity? How about letting students make their own bubble solution<\/a>? This fantastic science experiment is sure to be a huge hit with your students[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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