Another Summer Fun Idea – Host Something!

Here’s a way to teach your sons organizational skills and have fun at the same time. Host something in your neighborhood.

Each July 4th, a family in our neighborhood organizes a block party. Everyone comes – kids, parents, teens, you name it. Everyone brings something, including lawn chairs, and a good time is had by all.

What can you do? First, decide on an event. It can be as large or as small as you’d like. Here are some ideas:

A block cookout or potluck supper
An activity for the kids with games, lemonade, popcorn, pictures, and crafts.
A simple cookout with one or two other neighboring families.

What can the boys do?

First, let them help decide on the event.
Let them prepare invitations or flyers, either by hand or using the computer.
Let them deliver flyers and invitations.
Get their input for the menu and activities.
Assign duties to each family member. (setup, cleanup, games, etc.)

If you have other willing families in the neighborhood, let them share the load. But whatever part your family plays, be sure your boys see what it takes to organize an event from setup to cleanup.

They’ll learn important lessons about responsibility and serving others, and they’ll have a great time, too! So, host something!

For the love of boys,
Laura