Summer vacation for most students means absolute freedom. It is the time when there is no homework and they have three months to enjoy their summer. Some kids start the summer packing up their camping supplies and heading off to nearby State or National park. Other kids are not so much interested in outdoor camping gear as they are going to the beach or an arcade maybe. As they get older, summer vacation is more for working perhaps, or tanning, or doing summer reading homework. Regardless of age or what they are looking forward to during the summer, one thing is always true. As the end of July and August comes around kids sometimes get a little bored with summer. Doing the same thing, or nothing, all day starts to get a little old. Here is some advice to keep summer exciting and fresh for you and your young ones.

Amusement parks are always a fun idea. If you can afford it, a season pass is really a great deal. You could then setup a carpool system or trade-off days with other parents and let your kids go much more often. If your children are older, like in junior high, you can always drop them off and give them a little freedom if you feel comfortable. If you cannot afford season passes, splurging on a family trip one day is truly a great idea. It offers a chance to change the boring routine of the everyday and do something exciting. Your family will really appreciate this chance to do something fun.

Another easy way to spice things up is a cheap weekend vacation. Renting a house or cabin near a lake would provide your family an opportunity to get away. If you know how to drive a boat, you can always rent one as well. If not, a paddle boat and canoe can provide just as much fun. If you have a friend with a house on the water, you could always ask them if you could pay to spend a week or so with them.

Another fun activity kids can do is to enroll in a week-long sport or summer camp. Not only will this keep them busy, but it will keep them out of your hair for the day. High schools and local clubs often host these types of training throughout the summer. All different types of high school sports teams like to sponsor such activities. They are usually held for elementary grade students and there will be separate ones for older kids, such as junior high students. A sports camp will help your kids get a leg up when it comes time for high school and will tire them out quickly. By the end of the week, he or she will probably be ready to do nothing for another week!

Summer should a time of fun and relaxation for your children and you. By keeping them active and entertained all of you will be able to get more out of your time off.