Summer Books
Backyard adventure : get messy, get wet, build cool things, and have tons of wild fun! : 51 free-play activities
Thomsen, Amanda, author
2019
The backyard has long been a space associated with recreation and relaxation, a private patch of earth to escape to, and a springboard for the imagination. In her signature style and drawing on her personal experience as a mother, gardener, and author, Amanda Thomsen encourages kids to create kingdoms of their own making, right in their own backyards. With whimsical projects for every season and any setting, from forest to pavement, fun-seeking kids and their families will rediscover the yard as a placefor inspired play, using repurposed materials and existing features of outdoor spaces. Whether they're creating tiny gardens inhabited by action figures, weaving a secret hideaway out of a loom of twine and twigs, or setting sidewalk cracks on fire with Coffeemate, Backyard Adventure lets kids of all ages turn their yards into a place they can call their own.
Crafts to make in the summer
Ross, Kathy (Katharine Reynolds), 1948-
1999
Presents twenty-nine easy-to-make craft projects with summertime themes, including a mouse, sunglasses case, a firecracker finger puppet, and a seashell candle holder.
Follow the trail : a young person's guide to the great outdoors
Loy, Jessica.
2003
A beginner's guide to camping and hiking, including what gear to bring, how to keep safe, and how to have fun.
Forest Club Summer : a season of activities, crafts, and exploring nature
Hirschmann, Kris, 1967- author.
2020
Fun and festive summer crafts : tie-dyed shirts, bug cages, and sand castles
McGee, Randel, author
2015
Get outside in summer
Hinman, Bonnie, author
2019
"Offers readers a variety of activities they can do to get outside in summer. Includes fun facts about the season, bonus sidebar activities, and a "Get Outside!" special feature"-- Provided by publisher.
The kids' outdoor adventure book : 448 great things to do in nature before you grow up
Tornio, Stacy, author
2013
The kids' summer fun book : great games, activities, and adventures for the entire family
Gillman, Claire
2011
Let's go to a cookout!
Proudfit, Benjamin, author
2020
Summer isn't complete without a cookout or two, but what exactly is a cookout? Readers learn what the term means and what they can expect when attending this fun seasonal event with family or friends. From the kinds of food served to the possibility of games and other outdoor fun, the basics of a cookout are covered in age-appropriate and achievable language so new readers may be able to navigate it independently. Close text-image correlation aids readers as they turn the pages.
The summer camp survival guide : cool games, camp classics, and how to capture the flag
Pallatto, Chris
2010
An illustrated survival guide for summer camp that provides advice on choosing a camp with suggested questions to ask camp directors, preparing and packing, decorating bunks and cabins, surviving the wilderness, and related topics; and includes instructions for games and activities, lyrics for songs, and campfire stories, along with packing lists, a "countdown to camp" calendar, and postcards.
Summer treats
2020
The tenth book in the bestselling series from American Girl, American Girl Summer Treats features over 50 kid-friendly recipes for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies, tarts, and icy treats for enjoying during the summer months. From Mermaid Ice Cream Pops and Frozen Lemonade to Watermelon Cake and Day-at-the-Beach Cupcakes, American Girl Summer Treats offers an enticing collection of delicious baked goods and cool sweets that take full advantage of all the seasonal fruits and dessert trends of the summer months. The more than 50 inspiring recipes appeal to young chefs of all experience levels with easy-to-follow step-by-step directions, gorgeous full-color photography, helpful cooking tips, and ideas for serving and preparation. Included are no-fail instructions for mixing the perfect pie pastry, helpful cooking decorating techniques for a summer cookie plate, and how to make ice cream from scratch. Whether you want to celebrate the 4th of July, cool off with a poolside Piña Colada, or throw an ice cream party, this book will inspire you to make the most of any summer's day.." -- Amazon.
Super summer
Goldstone, Bruce, author.
2019
"A photographic picture book providing a comprehensive overview of topics linked to summer."-- Provided by publisher.
Unlock your imagination : more than 250 boredom busters
2018
Provides instruction for games, crafts, performances, puzzles, and other activities from running a lemonade stand to starting a newspaper.