Summer Solstice Guide
Ignite your child’s curiosity and creativity with this Summer Solstice Art & Nature Study Guide. This hands-on, literature-rich guide is designed for families who love learning together! This beautifully curated resource blends reading, art, poetry, storytelling, and crafts to help your children explore the wonder and beauty of summer.
Lessons You’ll Explore:
1. Painting Summer – Meet Vincent Van Gogh and discover some of his stunning art
2. Seasons – Explore how each season is special
3. A Trip Around the Sun– Discover how the sun makes seasons change
4. Sunflowers – Learn about the sunflower life cycle
5. Van Gogh's Sunflowers – Experience the story of this iconic art
6. Simple Joys of Summer – Ideas for enjoying the joy of summertime
7. The Summer Solstice – Make a sundial and learn about the sun's movement
8. Solstice Celebrations - Celebrate the Summer Solstice
9. Savoring Summer – Inspiration for summer activities
10. Summer Hyggee – Slow down and enjoy the cozy moments of Summer
Lesson Format:
We will be adventuring through 10 main lessons in this guide. Each lesson will be include a variety of lessons and activities to enjoy in your learning time. This guide includes a suggested daily lesson plan along with and easy to follow weekly overview. Lessons are divided into the following categories:
• Discover - Discussions designed to introduce the topic in an engaging way.
• Explore - A hands on learning activity crafted to spark curiosity and help your child engage in deeper learning.
• Read Together - A carefully curated book list and reading prompt to offer a variety of resources for your family to enjoy.
• Create - Ideas and inspiration for art, crafts, and creative play.
Each lesson and activity will vary in length so you can spend the desired amount of time in the way that best fits the needs of your family.
What’s Included:
• Summer Solstice Art & Nature Study Guide PDF (Approx. 30 pages) of lessons, easy-to-follow activities and low-prep supply lists, suggested weekly plan and daily lesson layout
• Printables PDF (Approx. 20 pages) of original art by Kessler Patillo, learning resources, and Van Gogh art prints.
Suggested Ages
Activities are perfect for the whole family to enjoy together. Perfect for unit studies, morning baskets, or family-style homeschooling.
Books and Supplies Needed:
The guide comes with a beautifully curated book list, and a simple craft supply list. I was very mindful about keeping supply lists to a minimum. Most supplies needed are general school or craft supplies such as glue, pencils, and watercolors. We also love utilizing items such as cardboard for crafting. Anything else needed can usually be found around your home or at the dollar store.
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• This is a printable PDF. NO PHYSICAL PRODUCT WILL BE MAILED TO YOU.
• PERSONAL USE ONLY - You may use this resources in your home or your classroom but please do not redistribute digital or printed files. This product should not be resold or redistributed in any way.
