Below are a few ideas with links to crafts and recipes you can create with your children this June! Bring out the inner chef and artist in your child. Try your hand at these with your children!
6/2- National Donut Day! It usually is the first Friday of the month. Be sure to visit your favorite donut shop, choose a variety of chewy deep-fried goodness, and enjoy. National Donut Day History and 6-ways-to-celebrate-national-donut-day.
6/3- Celebrated on the 1st of Saturday in June, National Trails Day recognizes the benefits of going for a walk-in nature. Find a local trail and expose your children to birdwatching or geo-caching.https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-trails-day-first-saturday-in-june/ When going for a walk on National Trails Day, are you prepared? NJ has tons of trails to discover! Are you packing your essentials like extra water and sunscreen? How about a trash bag? Take a look at this list of essentials you should bring with you when you are on a trail! https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/
6/4- National Headache Awareness Week: Experience frequent headaches, brain fog and fatigue? Perhaps you are dehydrated! On National Hydration Day learn how you can stay hydrated. Check with your doctor for safe ways you and your family can stay hydrated in these upcoming warm months! Looking for ways for your kids to stay hydrated this summer but feel water is too boring? On National Hydration Day, learn some ways to keep your children hydrated. https://healthy-kids.com.au/parents/children-hydration/
6/6 The first Drive in Movie Theater opened in Camden in 1933. While the Drive-In Movie concept exploded in the 1950’s, by the 1990’s over 3000 Drive-In’s had closed. There are only 2 remaining left in NJ. One is the Newark Moonlight Cinema and Delsea Drive-In Theatre are the only two remaining drive-in theaters in New Jersey. https://getjerry.com/travel/new-jersey-drive-in-movie-theaters Have some fun with some Popping Science Experiments with Popcorn! Also enjoy some history of popcorn !
6/7 National Running Day! Get pumped and get those legs moving as the first Wednesday in June is Global Running Day — on June 7th this year. Whether you’re a regular runner or a bit of a novice, it doesn’t matter, this holiday is about inspiring each other to lead a more active lifestyle, no matter the distance covered. This celebration is open and free to everyone. Simply grab your running shoes, a bottle of water, and get your legs moving!The benefits to running are helping to build strong bones, as it is a weight bearing exercise. It also strengthens muscles, improves cardiovascular fitness, burns plenty of kilojoules, and helps maintain a healthy weight.
6/11- Boiled, grilled, roasted, or juicy and sweet raw, on National Corn on the Cob Day , visit your local farm market to pick up some local fresh delicious corn! While eating hot delicious, buttered corn is a favorite summer food of mine, ever wonder what kind of craft you can come up with involving corn? How about “ Hopping Corn?” It’s a simple science activity all aged children can participate in! Try it on National Corn on the Cob Day!
6/12 Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s Superman and today we celebrate the fictional Man of Steel. Did you know that the Red White and Blue of his uniform stands for a desire for Justice, to help those in need & a powerful spirit! Do you like to help people? You too can be a superhero just by being a positive helper! What superpower do you possess? Here are Super Hero fun activities superhero-activities-for-kids.
6/14 Flag Day – Have some fun with this fun filled flag day activities. On June 14th, National Flag Day honors Old Glory and commemorates the adoption of the United States flag on June 14, 1777. The holiday is a day that Americans show respect for the U.S. Flag and what it represents. Representing independence and unity, the Star-Spangled Banner has become a powerful symbol of Americanism and the flag is flown proudly.
Come join Kangaroo Kids for our Spring Shows:
6/14- Waddler Spring Show at 9:15-10:15 am
Discovery Preschool Spring Show at 11-12:00 am
Kindergarten Graduation at 6:30 pm-7:30 pm
6/15 – Preschool Graduation at 9:30-10:30 am
Prekindergarten Graduation 11:00 am-12:00 PM
6/16- The third Sunday in June is reserved for Father’s Day! Did you know that Father’s Day began in 1910 but didn’t become a proclamation until 1972! Whether grilling or attending a sporting event with your father, he will be glad to have you near!! While celebrating your dad this Father’s Day, why not whip up this simple and delicious Oreo Cheesecake Parfait dessert to spoil him with? Does your dad like baseball? On Father’s Day, why not take dad to a Somerset Patriots baseball game? Click their calendar for game times, prices and special giveaways! http://www.somersetpatriots.com/schedule/ Fun filled father’s day activities for the children to make for DAD!
6/20- Summer Solstice: Our summer solstice is not based on a specific date but depends on when the sun reaches the northernmost point from the equator. Therefore, the first day of summer varies from year to year! You can use this SUN CALCULATOR to determine the sunrise and sunset for your time zone!
Don’t miss Kangaroo Kids summer program! Fun activities every day. Swim lessons in an onsite pool. Special guest performers throughout the summer. Continue your child’s learning in a environment filled with many diverse adventures.
6/27 National Sunglass Day: With the summer in full swing and the sun high in the sky, it’s time to break out your favorite sunglasses! Do they make you look like a movie star, police officer or a spy? Regardless of the look, sunglasses protect your eyes from the harmful UV rays of the sun!
6/30 Ever see a meteor shower? On National Meteor Watch Day, it’s a great day (weather permitting of course) to see meteors streaking across the sky? http://holidayinsights.com/moreholidays/June/meteorday.htm Learn how to make watching a meteor shower enjoyable for your entire family! https://www.steampoweredfamily.com/activities/watch-meteor-shower-kids/
Please take pictures of your activities and share them with your classrooms! We would love to see what you create!!
Don’t forget to check out the Kangaroo Kids Website for information on camp activities!
There are great websites that detail fun & often free things to do in New Jersey every month! Call ahead and make sure the activities are happening before you head out for your day!
http://ediblejersey.ediblecommunities.com/shop/farmers-market-guide-new-jersey
