Week #1 Activity: Make a Mystery
Create your own mystery for your friends to solve. Can they figure out “who done it”, or will they be stumped?
Please note that this activity is to do at home with your own supplies.
Use these puzzles, riddles, and clues to get started:
- Riddles: https://www.innovativeteachingideas.com/blog/50-riddles-to-challenge-your-students
- Rebus Puzzles: https://kids.niehs.nih.gov/games/brainteasers/rebus-puzzles/index.htm
- Maze Generator: https://mazebrite.com/
- Word Scramble Generator: https://www.education.com/worksheet-generator/reading/word-scramble/
- Crossword Puzzle Maker: https://www.edu-games.org/word-games/crosswords/hidden-word-puzzle.php
- Spy Decoder Wheel: https://thecraftingchicks.com/spy-decoder-wheel/
Week #2 Activity: Solar Eclipse Kit
This week’s Summer Reading Club activities are all about science. Experiment with light by building a Solar Eclipse Kit, then learn about density with Water Fireworks!
Please note that this activity is to do at home with your own supplies.
Follow these steps:
- Gather your materials: shoebox (or other small rectangular box, scissors, black cardstock (or thick construction paper), yellow tissue paper, tape, toothpick (or thin craft stick)
- Cut a window at each end of your box and then cut a slit across the width (or top) of the box lid.
- Cut out a square of black card small enough to slide into the slit in the box.
- Cut out a circle from the middle of the card and stick yellow tissue paper over the hole.
- Stick the toothpick to the black card circle (you will use this as your Moon).
- Slide the square of black card into the slot on the box and hold the box up to the light. Look through it to see your Sun
Week #3’s Activity: Rock Painting
Bring a piece of the outdoors, inside! Painting rocks has been a popular pastime for a long time, and it’s a fun way to spread a bit of joy. All you need are rocks and painting supplies. Decorate your rocks to look like animals, plants, or anything else you want!
Please note that this activity is to do at home with your own supplies.
Supplies You’ll Need:
- Rocks
- Paint
- Paper plates (for holding paint)
- Paintbrushes
- Cups of water
- Paper towel
- Newspapers to cover painting area
Steps to Follow:
- Think of a design that will suit your rock
- Gather your supplies
- Paint your design, have fun!
- Display your rocks on your window sill, the garden, in a forest, or wherever you choose 🙂
Week #4 Activity: Treasure Hunt
Create your own treasure hunt! Can your friends and family figure it out?
Please note that this activity is to do at home with your own supplies.
Use these riddles and puzzle ideas to help you come up with clues:
- Riddles: https://kidactivities.net/40-scavenger-hunt-riddles-for-kids/
- Mirror Image Clues: https://www.messletters.com/en/mirrored/
- Word Search Puzzle Generator: https://puzzlemaker.discoveryeducation.com/hidden-message
Week #5 Activity: Biography in a Bag
What makes you unique? In this week’s activity, create your own “Biography in a Bag” with objects that represent who you are. Share with your family and friends; you might learn something new about each other!
Please note that this activity is to do at home with your own supplies.
Watch the video to find out how to make your own biography in a bag!
Week #6 Activity: Learn Hieroglyphs
Write like an Egyptian! Learn to write your name in ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics.
Please note that this activity is to do at home with your own supplies.