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No Summer Camp? Here Are Tons of Ideas to Keep the Kids Busy

Free and cheap activities, plus resources to keep the kids entertained this summer

Vicky McDonald
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Published on: January 26, 2023

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Keep it simple

The summer is long, especially if the kids aren’t booked into summer camp or some kind of organized activity. But with a little planning, you can find ways to keep the kids entertained. We’ve got ideas for kids who love to create, cook and experiment with science.

Scroll through the arrows above or click the links below for some practical activities, plus free or low-cost online resources to help you get through the summer at home with the kids.  

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