Monday, July 25, 2011

Keeping Kids Cool in the Heat

It’s the dog days of summer and parents are looking or ways to keep the kids cool and safe during this extreme heat. But you also need to keep them entertained, so sitting around the house just won’t do. Here are some great suggestions for summer indoor fun.

1.Go Bowling

A great way to be active and stay cool in air conditioning is to head to your local bowling alley. Your kids get some exercise while lifting and throwing the ball and the whole family gets some laughs as gutter balls fly. There is even a program where kids can bowl free Kids Bowl Free.

2. Discover a New Library Branch

If you regularly visit the library or, if you never have been before, you can find new and exciting things at each library branch. Often different branches have different types of media, books and kids programs. They often publish an events calendar for parents to see just what’s happening. So consider visiting a different branch of your local library for some new experiences.

3. Skate on Some Cool Ice

Many ice skating rinks stay open all year. Look for your local ice skating rink on the web to find open sessions. Some rinks offer learn to skate sessions and many have devices to assist new skaters around the rink. Make sure you bring a helmet for the young ones.

4. Roller Skate Indoors

Roller skating rinks are a great past time that kid’s love. This cool indoor activity lets your kids get some physical activity, practice balance and control and work those leg muscles. And best of all they stay cool and entertained. Most rinks also allow in line skates. Make sure you bring a helmet for the young ones.

4. Head to the mall

It’s air-conditioned, has lots of room, and is perfect for an A-Z scavenger hunt. Or whittle your hunt down to finding items with the letters of your children’s names. It’s a great stroller-friendly way to keep the little ones occupied in a climate-controlled environment with an added educational component.

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