For me, September is the month where summer and fall collide. It also symbolizes a month for change. After Labor Day, my daughter goes back to school. Here in Southern California, we might still have one more heat wave before the temperatures start to drop. For us, this means more walks to the park, afternoon picnics and fall crafts. Here are 8 fun things to do with your children in September.
# 1 Make Play Dough
National Play Doh Day is on September 16. In honor of the day, make some play dough to mold, cut or shape. Along with a basic recipe, you can make your play doh colored, scented or edible. Find plenty of homemade play dough recipes at playdoughrecipe.org.
# 2 Homemade Cards for Grandparents' Day
Grandparents' Day is on September 9. This is the perfect occasion to make some homemade cards. Some fun ideas are to make giant card out of a poster board. First, fold a poster-board "hotdog style." Then, using finger-paints, make handprints on the card. Finish the card with a nice message on the inside.
# 3 Teddy Bear Picnic
Teddy Bear Day is also on September 9. Have your little ones pack up their favorite lunch and teddy bear for a picnic in the park.
# 4 Story time
September 6 is Read a Book Day while the 8th is International Literacy Day. Host a PJ story time at your house. Invite friends to bring their favorite book and wear their pajamas. Read the books and have fun food like finger sandwiches.
# 5 Make a Fall Wreath
Although we don't have gorgeous red leaves like in the Pacific Northwest, going on a leaf walk is still fun. Have children pick about ten leaves and then flatten in a book. The next day glue the leaves onto a paper plate with the center cut out.
# 6 Camping Trip
Our family likes to go beach camping. September is a great time to go camping because the weather is still warm. Labor Day is likely to be very busy so book your spot in advance. If you want to avoid the crowds, pick another weekend in September. Roast hot dogs and marshmallows while enjoying the last days of summer.
# 7 Learn About the Autumnal Equinox
Fall officially begins on September 22, 2012. Take this opportunity to learn about the autumnal equinox. According to almanac.com, equinox is derived from the Latin words for "equal night." Along with your kids, watch the sun rise and set and see how long it is light outside.
# 8 Shivering Summer Sweets
Celebrate the end of summer with some sweet summer treats like refreshing granitas, Italian ices or popsicles. You can easily make your own popsicles with some molds and your favorite juice. Another idea is to make some ice-cold lemonade or, better yet, lemonade popsicles.
Have some fun in September!
# 1 Make Play Dough
National Play Doh Day is on September 16. In honor of the day, make some play dough to mold, cut or shape. Along with a basic recipe, you can make your play doh colored, scented or edible. Find plenty of homemade play dough recipes at playdoughrecipe.org.
# 2 Homemade Cards for Grandparents' Day
Grandparents' Day is on September 9. This is the perfect occasion to make some homemade cards. Some fun ideas are to make giant card out of a poster board. First, fold a poster-board "hotdog style." Then, using finger-paints, make handprints on the card. Finish the card with a nice message on the inside.
# 3 Teddy Bear Picnic
Teddy Bear Day is also on September 9. Have your little ones pack up their favorite lunch and teddy bear for a picnic in the park.
# 4 Story time
September 6 is Read a Book Day while the 8th is International Literacy Day. Host a PJ story time at your house. Invite friends to bring their favorite book and wear their pajamas. Read the books and have fun food like finger sandwiches.
# 5 Make a Fall Wreath
Although we don't have gorgeous red leaves like in the Pacific Northwest, going on a leaf walk is still fun. Have children pick about ten leaves and then flatten in a book. The next day glue the leaves onto a paper plate with the center cut out.
# 6 Camping Trip
Our family likes to go beach camping. September is a great time to go camping because the weather is still warm. Labor Day is likely to be very busy so book your spot in advance. If you want to avoid the crowds, pick another weekend in September. Roast hot dogs and marshmallows while enjoying the last days of summer.
# 7 Learn About the Autumnal Equinox
Fall officially begins on September 22, 2012. Take this opportunity to learn about the autumnal equinox. According to almanac.com, equinox is derived from the Latin words for "equal night." Along with your kids, watch the sun rise and set and see how long it is light outside.
# 8 Shivering Summer Sweets
Celebrate the end of summer with some sweet summer treats like refreshing granitas, Italian ices or popsicles. You can easily make your own popsicles with some molds and your favorite juice. Another idea is to make some ice-cold lemonade or, better yet, lemonade popsicles.
Have some fun in September!
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