Teddy Bear Picnic Planner
Plan a pretend picnic with toys, simple menus, counting, and role play.
Age3-8
Duration30-60m
CostFree
Ages 3–830–60 minsFreeIndoor/outdoorSunny day
Summer
Useful through warmer months and during summer holiday planningDates vary by school and local authorityAges 0-12Season: Summer
Summer activity ideas for outdoor play, travel printables, picnics, nature hunts, calmer hot-day ideas, and local days out.
For parents
Balance outdoor time with shade, hydration, quiet play, travel games, and flexible low-cost local ideas.
For teachers
Useful for end-of-year projects, outdoor observation, transition activities, and summer learning suggestions.
At home
At-home activities
Fun things to do around summer.
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Nature Walk Scavenger Hunt
A simple outdoor checklist for spotting leaves, birds, textures, and colours on UK park walks and woodland trails.
Age5-10
Duration30-60m
CostFree
Ages 5–1030–60 minsFreeoutdoorSunny day
Garden Bug Hunt
Search safely for minibeasts in UK gardens and parks, then record what children notice with a simple science checklist.
Age4-10
Duration20-45m
CostFree
Ages 4–1020–45 minsFreeoutdoorSunny day
Car Journey Spotting Game
A no-mess travel game for spotting colours, vehicles, signs, and landmarks.
Age3-10
Duration10-60m
CostFree
Ages 3–1010–60 minsFreeindoorRainy day
Printables
Printable activities
Ready-to-use sheets, games, packs, and calmer backup activities.
Scavenger Hunt
Ages 5–10Free3 pages
Nature Walk Checklist
A nature spotting checklist for parks, woods, gardens, and local walks.
Age5-10
Pages3
Worksheet
Ages 3–10Free2 pages
Car Journey Spotting Sheet
A no-mess travel spotting sheet for family journeys around the UK.
Age3-10
Pages2
Party Game
Ages 3–9Free2 pages
Restaurant Waiting Games
Screen-free prompts for cafes, restaurants, queues, and waiting rooms.
Age3-9
Pages2
Routine Chart
Ages 3–8Free3 pages
Morning Routine Chart
A visual routine chart for getting ready on school mornings.
Age3-8
Pages3
Budget planner
Free, low-cost, and paid ideas
Free ideas
- • Picnic planner
- • Nature walk
- • Park games
- • Library reading
Low-cost ideas
- • Travel printables
- • Swimming
- • Craft supplies
Paid ideas
- • Zoo
- • Farm park
- • Activity camp
Local days out
Use these as starting points for local planning. Check each venue directly before travelling or booking.
Planning tips
Make the week easier
Plan cooler parts of the day for outdoor play.
Carry water and snacks.
Use printables for travel and café waits.
Keep one calm indoor option ready.
FAQs
Common questions
How do I plan summer activities on a budget?
Mix free at-home activities, library visits, parks, printable sheets, and one or two pre-booked trips if budget allows.
Should I check local venues before travelling?
Yes. Opening times, prices, booking rules, accessibility details, and availability can change, especially during school holidays.
How many activities should I plan each day?
One main activity and one calm backup is usually enough for many families. Leave space for rest, meals, travel, and weather changes.
Safety and data note
Activities and venue suggestions are provided as a starting point. Always check age suitability, safety needs, and official venue information before visiting or booking.
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Christmas
Christmas activities are usually useful through December and the winter school break
Ages 0-12
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