What are parents to do when summer’s here and you have active kids with budgeted funds? We always try to find creative ways to keep the kids busy and giving them something to do besides sit in front of the TV. And it’s especially great if we can use their activities to teach them about the character of God. You can make “God lessons” amusing without them even noticing it!

Here’s a list of activities that might bring a new spark into your summertime family fun.

• Make a bird feeder with a pinecone rolled in peanut butter and bird seeds. Hang it in a tree and watch for the birds. Read “Matthew 6:23” about the birds and how God gives us comfort and tells us not to worry
• Go on an “Alphabet tour” with a journal in hand. Head into town and walk around. Beginning with the letter a, find something that starts with that letter (A = apples in the store). Then write it down and thank God for it. Continue with each letter and when you are done, each child has a creative alphabet memory book of God’s goodness.
• Have a campout indoors. Make up songs how God made the moon and the stars and loves for us to campout with him.
• Have a cupcake decorating contest. Bake some cupcakes and then set out all different colors of frosting, sprinkles, and other toppings. Pick a couple of people to be the judges and have fun! Quote “Psalm 34:8” – “Oh taste and see that the Lord is good.”