3 Things To Do In the Shade this Summer – Keeping Kids Out of the Sun

It’s the middle of the day. The kids have been out since 10:00am and the sun is at its mid day zenith. Recent reports tell us Kids’ sun exposure may be key to deadly cancer so we’re heading inside for a few hours to avoid the scary 12:00-2:00 UV rays. Oh wait, this just might not be practical! We’re at the pool/a picnic/ a park…there is no inside! What should we do? This turns out to be an issue that comes up a lot in the summer. But as child who spent every summer from 9:30am to 6:00pm at the local swimming pool, I’m full of ideas for activities to bring along to the beach or pool and do in the shade. So, in addition to your typical beach or pool supplies – sunscreen, snack, water, towels and changes of clothes, pack a few of these things as well.

1. Books – books to read aloud and books for children to read themselves. Especially older children really enjoy having a story read aloud (since it doesn’t happen as much an...

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