A to-do list of engaging summer activities for kids

From book clubs to history walks, theatre games to movie evenings, here’s how to turn lazy summer days into memorable adventures.

When school doors close for the summer, a world of possibilities opens up. 

With routines paused and classrooms quiet, children often find themselves caught between boredom and bursts of energy. But summer doesn’t have to mean screen time and restlessness. Across the country, a wave of creative programs and community experiences is offering kids a chance to explore, express, and enjoy. From history walks to book clubs, theatre games to art sessions, this is the perfect time for young minds to try something new, make memories, and truly bloom

1. Walk into Wonder

• Join a local history walk that brings your city’s story alive through guided storytelling.
• Observe old buildings, community spaces, and local legends in action.
• Sketch your favourite stop or write a short tale inspired by the walk.

2. Write Your World

• Enrol in a creative writing workshop where kids explore journaling, poetry, and storytelling.
• Try fun challenges like writing a letter to your future self or a story from your pet’s perspective.
• Learn how to pitch ideas, build characters, and speak with confidence.

3. Lights, Camera, Confidence!

• Dive into theatre and movement workshops that use drama games, mime, and improvisation.
• Express emotions through roleplay and fun physical activities.
• Build team spirit and empathy while learning stage basics.

4. Books & Beyond

• Join a children’s book club that hosts weekly reading circles and storytelling sessions.
• Watch a classic children’s film and then discuss themes, characters, or write an alternate ending.
• Create your own comic strip inspired by your favourite story.

5. Art & Soul

• Explore art and craft sessions using recycled materials, watercolours, or natural dyes.
• Learn simple techniques like collage-making, print art, or clay modelling.
• Display your work at home in a “Summer Gallery Wall.”

6. Nostalgia Games

• Host a games-and-fun day with traditional indoor and outdoor games like lagori, kho-kho, snakes and ladders, or hopscotch.
• Create your own board game or card set as a creative challenge.

7. Mini Fairs & Neighbourhood Explorations

• Attend pop-up summer fairs with micro stalls, music, and food.
• Visit a community garden or museum with friends.
• Try sketching a tree or building you discover on your walk.

Tips for Parents:

• Let your child choose activities, they’ll stay more engaged when it feels like their journey.
• Mix structured workshops with unstructured creative time at home.
• Keep a summer scrapbook where kids collect pictures, sketches, thoughts, or ticket stubs.