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On a recent episode of The Homeschool Sisters Podcast, Kara and I chatted about simple summer learning and easy ways to take a structured summer break.

Because, let’s face it- the reality is, some kids crave routine during the summer months. I know my kiddos benefit from a summer routine.

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Simple Summer Learning Ideas: A Series of Super Simple, Fantastically Fun Ideas

Today, I’m sharing a list of some of our family’s favorite simple summer learning ideas. From books to games to unit studies to how to sneak in some homeschooling while on vacation. These are some of our favorite stealth summer learning resources!

First things first. Do you love the idea of simple summer learning, but don’t know where to begin?

I have two super-simple, free challenges that could help with summer learning:

Simple Summer Learning Ideas by Subject

Here are some of our favorite stealth summer learning resources by subject. I’ve also included some super-simple unit studies and tips for homeschooling on vacation.

Art & Music

History & Geography

Language Arts

Learning while on vacation

Mathematics & Logic

Nature

Science

STEM

Unit Studies

A structured summer break for kids who crave routine

Some kids crave structure, even during the summer months. Do you want to read more about our summer days? Head over to Simple Homeschool and read about how we homeschool in the summer and still have plenty of time for popsicles and cannonballs and shooting stars:

Listen to The Homeschool Sisters chat about taking a structured summer break

Even if we homeschool year-round, we all need a little breather this summer! But how do we take a summer vacation that doesn’t turn into chaos and end with chasing a wet dog off the trampoline?

The sisters share their ideas, and what they’re doing this summer with their kids- outdoor projects, laid-back learning, and even a new idea for handling household chores.

And heads up sisters- this is the last episode of Season 2. Cait and Kara will be taking their own “structured break,” until early August- but don’t worry, they are working on lots of fun episodes for Season 3 and will be bringing you some updated episodes from the first two seasons this summer!

Listen to the episode here.

Sometimes, summer can be hard

The transition to summer can be a tricky one. Finding a rhythm that works for all members of your family is no small feat. As a homeschool mom who has been running full throttle all year long, you need a break. But is a break even possible? While you fantasize about ice cream sandwiches and leisurely summer reading on the front porch, your children might be craving more structure and routine.

So, how do you strike a balance? How can you achieve a memorable summer without feeling completely exhausted when September rolls around? Cait and Kara are struggling alongside you. In this episode, the sisters talk summer survival and trying to find the sweet spot when it comes to how much to do, and when to pack up your beach ball and just go home. From fireworks and parades to summer book clubs and pool-phobia, the sisters will help you feel better about doing summer your way.