July 4th Fun!

Teaching our children and grandchildren to be patriotic is a good thing and not outdated. Patriotism helps children feel connected and that makes our efforts worthy.  Below are a few fun July 4th activities you could share with your grandchildren that should not only help them connect with America, but with you:

1. Balloon Fireworks

Have a safe firework show inside you home.

Fill up balloons with confetti and pop the balloons for a loud and sparkly explosion.

2. 4th of July Stars

Grab some construction paper, glitter and glue and decorate stars.

3. Independence Day Piñata

Buy star or flag piñata and fill it with confetti and treats.

4. Fourth of July puppet show on America’s History (Both fun and educational)

Build a small stage in your backyard and grab puppets, put on a show and teach your kids some history.

5. Movie night

Grab a blanket and some popcorn and enjoy a movie such as “This is America, Charlie Brown.”

6. July 4 Glow Stick Pictures in the dark

Buy red white and blue glow sticks and bring a camera outside.

Move the glow sticks quickly to make a shape and snap some pictures.

7. Camp under the stars in your backyard

What a wonderful excuse to go camping in your backyard. Bring a tent, a sleeping bag and a flashlight and tell ghost stories with your kids.

8. Water balloon fight

It is summer and very hot out. Buy some red, white and blue balloons and have a huge water balloon fight with your kids.

 9. Cookies and Cupcakes and Ice Cream

Bake sugar cookies and confetti cupcakes and decorate with red, white and blue sprinkles.

Buy Vanilla ice cream and top with red and blue starred sprinkles.