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Here are some fun ways to get out of the sun and enjoy some shade.
What You Need
- Blanket
- Markers or crayons
- Paper
- Refreshing snacks
- Spray bottle
- Your Downloadable Summer Activity Guide
What You Need
- Set Up Camp in the Shade
Cool down by getting out of the sun. Pack a snack (chilled watermelon and cool drinks, for example) and set up camp under a big shade tree. - Make a Fan
Decorate pieces of paper with markers and fold them into fans. - Mist Yourself With Water
Mist yourself with water from a spray bottle. The breeze will feel like “air conditioning” when it blows against your wet skin. - Look for Animals
Look for animals to see how they beat the heat. Dogs pant to cool don. Birds cool off in water or spread their wings to catch a breeze. Squirrels sometimes stretch out in a shady spot and lay their bellies on a cool patch of ground. - Download our Summer Activity Guide
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