Summer is well underway, with warm temperatures and upcoming parties in various parts of the United States for Independence Day. Here are some summer project ideas to commemorate the Fourth of July!
U.S. History Project Ideas
- Research about the Fourth of July
- Research about the origins of the Star-Spangled Banner
- Learn more about the U.S. Constitution
- Research more about your favorite president
- Learn more about the Founding Fathers of the United States
Community Bonding Project Ideas
- Host a neighborhood barbecue
- Have a neighborhood softball game
- Create a neighborhood newsletter
- Attend a community event
- Have an event at a community pool
- Create a community mural
Foodie Project Ideas
- Have a snow cone in the colors of red, white, and blue
- Learn to make a frozen treat
- Create a hot dog station for your next party
- Create a recipe book (digital or physical) of your favorite picnic and/or barbecue items
- Have a s’mores treat
Arts and Crafts Project Ideas
- Create something with a red, white, and blue palette
- Paint some fireworks on a canvas
- Make a shirt celebrating the Fourth of July
- Create an Independence Day collage
- Make a Fourth of July scrapbook (digital or physical)
These are a some ways to celebrate Independence Day. Hope it sparks some great adventures! Also, wishing everyone a wonderful Fourth of July!
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