Gardner’s Best Kids After School & Summer Camp

09/27/2026

Ask your child what they want to be when they grow up and you never know what answer you'll get.

Astronaut. Veterinarian. Teacher. Professional athlete. Maybe something completely invented. 😄

What does your child say they want to be right now?

09/26/2026

North. South. East. West. 🧭

Grab a compass and let the kids practice finding their way around the backyard or park.

Could your child find north without using a phone?

09/26/2026

Cups become holes. Toys become obstacles. A broom can even become a golf club.

Let the kids design their own mini golf course and see how creative it gets! ⛳

Which family member would take the competition way too seriously?

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09/25/2026

A little paper, string, and creativity can turn into an afternoon outside.

Let the kids design their own kite, then put it to the ultimate test, will it actually fly? 🪁

What would your child draw on theirs?

09/25/2026

Give kids paper and markers and tell them there are NO rules:
Design the ultimate playground. 🎨

Giant slides? Zip lines? Secret tunnels? Climbing walls?

What do you think your child would add first?

09/24/2026

Grab a jump rope and start counting!

Set a number, practice throughout the week, and see how much you can improve by Friday.

How many jumps do you think your child could do without stopping?

09/24/2026

Grab an empty jar and start filling it with good moments.

Funny things the kids said, accomplishments, family adventures, write them down as they happen.

What would you put in the jar from this week?

09/23/2026

Time for a family debate!

Would you rather have a backyard with a giant trampoline or a giant treehouse?

Which one would win the vote in your house?

09/23/2026

Turn September weather into a daily experiment!

Have kids track the temperature, clouds, rain, and wind for one week and see what changes.

Which weather would your child choose every day if they could?

09/22/2026

Foil, straws, craft sticks, whatever you have!

Challenge the kids to build a tiny boat and see if it can actually float. Then add a few pennies and test it again.

How many pennies do you think their boat could hold?

Learn how to make a boat! Be inspired by this eccectic mix of boat DIYs and crafts! Boats that float and boats to decorate with!