The Summit Country Day School Staycation Guide

Summit Staycation:

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During this unprecedented time, we hope to provide you with enriching activities based on The Summit’s hallmark five pillars. This virtual tool kit of engaging suggestions is intended to bring joy to you and your families during this staycation. In addition to the list of suggestions for each day, we recommend getting the children outside for a walk in nature or playtime in your yard. A scavenger hunt with a different theme each day can keep them busy and enriched.

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Summit Staycation:

Artistic Broadway shows Did you know you can stream broadway shows through Amazon, iTunes, YouTube and other streaming services? You can also check out BroadwayHD, a special streaming service that brings you the greatest from the Great White Way. It’s $8.99 a month, but there’s a one-month free trial.

Your kids can join one of their favorite authors, Mo Willems for his Lunch Doodle.

Kids and adults are invited to draw, doodle and explore new ways of writing. All you need is some paper and something to write with. https://www.kennedy-center.org/education/ mo-willems/

Channel your inner artist with Andy today.

Let’s go Luna! https://pbskids.org/luna/games/ andys-art-studio

Van Gogh’s Starry Night at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City These close-up looks at famous paintings are so intense, you may think a docent will start yelling at you. Few paintings are suited to such a treatment than the bold, textured lines of The Starry Night.

Kusama’s Infinity mirrors If you missed one of the hottest traveling museum exhibits of the past few years, ooh and ahh at a brisk room-by-room rundown of the hypnotic, multi-faceted work of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama.

Summit Staycation:

Academic Set up a new world of educational apps for your child where you can track their time spent and progress. You won’t believe how many topics are covered! http://www.agnitus.com

Dinosaurs! Snakes in jars! Giant diamonds! This is a good option for kids. Our suggestions: The Ocean Hall, The Hall of Mammals, and the Hall of Fossils. Or, mix it up with minerals. https://naturalhistory.si.edu/visit/ virtual-tour/current-exhibits

Register today and take a course on one of 2500 courses from the top academic centers. MIT, Berkeley, etc. https://www.edx.org/

Science Choose a topic and explore something interesting. https://www. brainpop.com/ science/

Learn about viruses like COVID-19 and how it works in the world https://www. howstuffworks. com/

Science is fun!

Have you ever seen the views of Earth from the International Space Station?

You are home, but you can go to the moon with NASA! https://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/nasatv/ index.html#public

Summit Staycation:

Academic (Continued)

Every day while school is out, the Cincinnati Zoo (home of the famous Fiona the hippo), will be hosting a Home Safari on their Facebook Live Feed at 3 p.m.

ET. They’ll have up-close animal experiences, plus activities to do at home. http://cincinnatizoo.org

Did the Easter bunny bring your favorite candy? Log on to see where Hershey Kisses got their name. https://www.factmonster.com/ take-quiz/candy

Tune in to the Weather Channel every day at :50 past the hour for weather lessons from the experts! Learn how rainbows are made and how to stay safe in all kinds of weather, and other fun facts geared specifically for school-aged kids. You can also catch the programs online. https://weloveweather.tv/for-kids/

Social Studies Imagination can take you anywhere! Log on to take a video tour of the Arizona Canyons or explore the lands of Big Sur. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/ latest-stories/

Checkout 3D animals on Google and photograph your child with a Large Panda, Tiger, Shark, Lion, Cheetah and Hedgehog

Summit Staycation:

Academic (Continued)

Language Learn a new language or a few phrases from more than one.

Bonjour! https://www.memrise.com/

Learn the fun of Sudoku today and improve your math skills while enjoying a puzzle https://www.factmonster.com/ games/sudoku

Visit the virtual world of Disney World! Take a ride on any of the following selections. Buckle up!

• Go under the sea with The Seas with Nemo & Friends at Epcot • Rocket through Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom • Choo choo through Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney’s Hollywood Studios • Fly through Neverland on Peter Pan’s Flight at Magic Kingdom • Sail through the Pirates of the Caribbean at Magic Kingdom • Suit up for an adventure during Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom • Go on a chilly voyage on Frozen Ever After at Epcot • Swim under the sea with friends during The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Undersea Adventure at Magic Kingdom • Sing along to the classic It’s A Small World at Magic Kingdom • No fast pass needed for Slinky Dog Dash at Disney’s Hollywood Studios • For even more virtual Disney experiences, visit the official Disney Parks YouTube channel.

Summit Staycation:

Spiritual

Pray for the health and safety of not only your family, but those on the front line.

Ways to express gratitude…

Montessori draw a card for a hospital employee Lower School write a letter to a fireman Middle School write a letter to police officers Take a picture near an American Flag. Write to a veteran and thank them for their service, enclose your picture and mail to school to be sent to one of two Veteran’s Hospitals in Ohio.

The Summit Country Day School 2161 Grandin Rd. • Cinti, OH 45208 Attn: Lisa Nicholson

Now more than ever, we need kindness.

Think of a way to improve the day for someone else and log your act of kindness on starfall. How high can we get those numbers by the end of spring break? https://www.starfall.com/h/respect/ proud/?sn=main

Summit Staycation:

Social It is time to bake the best blueberry pie! Follow the recipe and tag us in a picture with your creation! http://spatulatta.com/desserts/ best-blueberry-pie/

20 Great Games to Play with Stuff You Already Have The Simple Dollar

Can you design fashion for Pinkalicious and her friends to wear? Don’t forget to design for Peteriffic! https://pbskids. org/pinkalicious/ games/ pinkamaginefashion

Find a game for your grade level and enjoy! http:// bestkidswebsites. com/funbrainarcade/

Children of all ages can help with dinner!

• Montessori children can help with pouring and measuring • Lower school children can help with finding the ingredients • Middle school children can help with finding a recipe for a meal using ingredients they have at home.

Summit Staycation:

Physical We all know how incredibly important play is to kids – especially in times of crisis – but their activities don’t need to be elaborate or Pinterest worthy! Sometimes simple is best. Cincinnati Children’s Hospital has some ideas.

Getting outside is vital for children of all ages. It helps build immunity, fosters creative thinking and play, and keeps them active. Below are some easy activities you can print out and do with your children in your yard or neighborhood.

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital teaching how to get fit and active.

A list of 14 of the best exercises for kids to do at home, in order to get active, burn fat, build muscle and get stronger.

This list of 49 fun activities for kids.

Whatever the situation, short attention spans mean that it’s a good idea to have a few of these up your sleeve.