If you don’t know how to swim, summer is a great time to learn. Most local pools offer weekly lessons.
Make sure you’re using the right equipment and being safe when playing. If someone gets hurt, stop the game immediately and get a parent to come help.
Make sure you’re wearing the proper safety equipment for biking, including helmets and knee pads.
Always respect the rules of the park and don’t leave any trash when you clean up. Bring a bag with you to collect paper plates, cups, and napkins to throw away either at the park or at home.
For example, check out your local music shop if you’re interested in learning guitar. They might have lessons available during the day. If you’re interested in language classes, check your local community college for classes.
Some bookstores will have a summer reading section just for young adults. You can also check out the new arrivals rack for your next favorite title!
For example, you can mix some of your favorite songs in with new summer releases or hot songs at the beginning of the summer. If you’re going on a trip, make a road trip or traveling playlist with just songs about traveling or going to new places.
If you like art, visit a local gallery or an art museum. Many places have local history museums where you can learn about the history of your town. You might even get to touch some of the artifacts or talk to someone who witnessed a historical event.
Look for stores and restaurants that are hiring near you and submit your resume. If you have experience, you can also try starting a babysitting, dog walking, or yard care business by contacting people who might need your services.
If your family doesn’t do vacations, don’t worry. You can convince your family to have “staycation” where you spend a weekend relaxing, sightseeing, and going to places nearby that you’ve never visited in your city or town.
An easy meal to learn how to prepare, and one that feeds a lot of people, is spaghetti and meatballs. If you’ve never made it before, ask your family to show you how they do it and take notes! Recreate the meal later in the summer for everyone to enjoy.
Spending time with your parents during the summer is a good way to catch up. You can update them on what’s going on in your life, and they’ll probably look forward to spending time with you after a long week! If you have siblings, do the same thing. Try to set aside time once per month for a sibling day where you hang out and do an activity that you both choose together. For your extended family, make sure you’re keeping in contact during the summer. Call your grandparents regularly, text your cousins, and Facebook your aunts and uncles. You never know when someone might ask you to do something!
