35+ Toddler Activities for Summer

What is summer without swimming? It's a must. And did you know there is a lot of fun science you can do at the pool? Get these cool and easy experiments to perform with your kids while you play at the pool.

Want to really emphasize how important sunscreen is? (And learn how it actually works?) Then let's paint! Make a fun art project and examine how sunscreen keeps us safe from the sun's rays.

Ice cream is another summer must. You can make your own ice cream play doh for sensory fun! It's only two ingredients and it is taste safe.

Do your kids want to paint but you just don't want to handle the mess? Try this paint-less watercolor! It is a fun process art project your kids will love that creates unique reusable art.

Want an easy science project you can eat? Make butter! It is so simple and your kids will love it. (Plus it helps get the wiggles out as you do it!)

I love doing sensory bins with my kids. Summer is the best time because you can take them outside and not have a messy house. Learn how easy it is to make rainbow rice at home.

Sensory play is an amazing way for toddlers to learn. But a lot of toddlers still like to put things in their mouths. These sensory activities are all taste safe and perfect for toddlers this summer!

Don't skip out on learning activities this summer. This fun alphabet learning is a great way to have directed time with your children.

Tired of reading the same old books? Change it up! This fun book challenge will encourage your child (and you!) to try new books and read in new places.

Cookies and science? I'm in. These are easy STEM activities that teach kids about the moon.

Toddlers love to be loud. Why not use that and learn about sound waves? Learn how to make a balloon amplifier, take a spoon to make a speaker, and make rice dance.

Ketchup is one of my toddlers' favorite foods. But did you know it could clean a penny? Learn how.

Slime is a must for summer fun! Get all the best recipes for homemade slime AND get the science behind it.

Toddlers are drawn to colors. These are 3 super easy STEM activities that toddlers can do that all use beautiful colors.

Make some music this summer! You can make easy instruments out of at home items and your toddler will love them.

Coloring is a childhood staple. It is a perfect way to cool off inside this summer, and kids learn a lot from it. (Get free coloring pages here too!)

Coding is a skill that more and more people find useful. And you don't need screen time to learn some basics. Toddlers can learn early pattern skills that will help with future coding, all with legos.

Do your toddlers like dinosaurs? Then wow them with this archaeological dig. It's a great summertime dessert too!

If you get tired of the heat you can build your own ski lift and make a winter wonderland for your toys out of cups and string.

Make your own summer treasure by growing crystals at home! It can be easier than you think. Get 3 simple ways to make crystals with your kids.

Kids love to learn about themselves and how their bodies work. This collection will let them take a peek at their anatomy! Learn about the heart, the lungs, the spine, and more with fun interactive STEM activities.

Bring a little winter into your summer! These simple snow sensory bins will help you cool down while having fun.

Turn any day into a real party with these easy DIY confetti poppers! They are the perfect way to use up toilet paper tubes and learn about cause and effect.

Directed learning time is a perfect way to fit one on one time in. And the simple learning of the toddler years is important. Get easy activities that work the basics like numbers, letters, shapes, colors, fine motor skills and more!

Find yourself wanting to play a game but lost the dice? Need a pair of dice that are a little bigger for tiny hands? Make your own! Learn how and get the free printable template to help you out.

Need an activity that helps your little one calm down? These are for you. Learn how to make the perfect I Spy bottle that will entertain your child during quiet time and even help them calm down after a tantrum.

Busy bags are a great way to keep toddlers occupied and learning. They are perfect for on the go and fun at home learning.

Summers in the backyard are a staple. These fun toys will help your toddlers live it up this summer.

There is no need to break the bank for summer fun. These activities are simple and best of all cheap for toddler summer fun.

Bedtime can be pushed back a tiny bit in summer, and family movie night fun is worth it. Here are 5 easy themes for Disney movie fun!

Learning to count is exciting for toddlers. These games are easy and fun and perfect for summer days.

Looking for more toy ideas? (Hey, summer can get long and you might need to restock.) Here are even more toys your toddlers will love.

Wait, is being bored an activity? Maybe not exactly, but it is an important part of summer! Learn why kids should get to be bored every once in a while.

Swim lessons are another summer staple. Learn why swimming lessons are such an important safety activity for your kids.

This is a bonus for my fellow twin moms. Don't let having two toddlers make you think you can't have water fun. Learn how to safely handle swimming with twins.