MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

Power Hour (Ages 6+)

Current members can get virtual help with homework from Club staff and volunteers Monday through Friday.

3:00 - 4:30 pm

*Power Hour is available through Zoom to current BGCSFV members only.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

Power Hour (Ages 6+)

Current members can get virtual help with homework from Club staff and volunteers Monday through Friday.

3:00 - 4:30 pm

*Power Hour is available through Zoom to current BGCSFV members only.

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

Power Hour (Ages 6+)

Current members can get virtual help with homework from Club staff and volunteers Monday through Friday.

3:00 - 4:30 pm

*Power Hour is available through Zoom to current BGCSFV members only.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

Power Hour (Ages 6+)

Current members can get virtual help with homework from Club staff and volunteers Monday through Friday.

3:00 - 4:30 pm

*Power Hour is available through Zoom to current BGCSFV members only.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

Power Hour (Ages 6+)

Current members can get virtual help with homework from Club staff and volunteers Monday through Friday.

3:00 - 4:30 pm

*Power Hour is available through Zoom to current BGCSFV members only.

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES:

Next-Gen Mask Challenge (15+)

The $1 Million Next-Gen Mask Challenge from XPRIZE Foundation aims to reimagine protective face masks used to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by making them more comfortable, functional, accessible, and even stylish. 

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

People in STEAM: Zhang Heng (Ages 9+)

Learn about individuals and their contributions to the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

Power Hour (Ages 6+)

Current members can get virtual help with homework from Club staff and volunteers every Tuesday and Thursday.

3:30 - 4:30 pm

*Power Hour is available through Zoom to current BGCSFV members only.

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

Power Hour (Ages 6+)

Current members can get virtual help with homework from Club staff and volunteers every Tuesday and Thursday.

3:30 - 4:30 pm

*Power Hour is available through Zoom to current BGCSFV members only.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES:

Next-Gen Mask Challenge (15+)

The $1 Million Next-Gen Mask Challenge from XPRIZE Foundation aims to reimagine protective face masks used to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by making them more comfortable, functional, accessible, and even stylish. 

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

Club Closed for Labor Day

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

Behind the Art: The Sistine Chapel (Ages 9+)

View artwork, listen to music, and learn about the individuals who created them.

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

This Week in History: 9/11 (Ages 9+)

Find out about important events that occurred this week in history.

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

Quote of the Week (Ages 9+)

Get inspired by authors, artists, celebrities, scientists, and world leaders. 

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

Friday Fun Facts (Ages 6+)

Find out interesting and fun facts about everything from animals, landmarks, science, history, pop culture and more every Friday!

Passport Pals: China (Ages 6+)

Expand your world view and go on virtual field trips around the world with Teresa.

3:30 pm 

*Members must sign up to get Zoom meeting information to travel on this virtual field trip with Teresa.

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES:

Next-Gen Mask Challenge (15+)

The $1 Million Next-Gen Mask Challenge from XPRIZE Foundation aims to reimagine protective face masks used to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by making them more comfortable, functional, accessible, and even stylish. 

MONDAY, AUGUST 31

People in STEAM: Galileo Galilei (Ages 9+)

Learn about individuals and their contributions to the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics.

DIY Science: Water Cycle in a Jar (Ages 6+)

Watch the water cycle in action with this simple experiment.

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

Behind the Art: The Four Seasons (Ages 9+)

View artwork, listen to music, and learn about the individuals who created them.

Drawing with Dwayne: Lion (Ages 6+)

Watch Dwayne as he demonstrates how to draw different animals, objects, and nature scenes.

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

This Week in History: World War II Ends (Ages 9+)

Find out about important events that occurred this week in history.

Weekly Story Time with Teresa (Ages 6-10)

Watch every Wednesday as Teresa reads a story!

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

Quote of the Week (Ages 9+)

Get inspired by authors, artists, celebrities, scientists, and world leaders. 

FBI Kids: FBI Safe Online Surfing Internet Challenge, Cyber Safety for Young Americans (Ages 9+)

Learn the importance of internet safety by playing a fun game!

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

Friday Fun Facts (Ages 6+)

Find out interesting and fun facts about everything from animals, landmarks, science, history, pop culture and more every Friday!

Italian Language Lessons (Ages 6+)

Practice speaking Italian with free online lessons!

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES:

Next-Gen Mask Challenge (15+)

The $1 Million Next-Gen Mask Challenge from XPRIZE Foundation aims to reimagine protective face masks used to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by making them more comfortable, functional, accessible, and even stylish. 

Summer Reading Challenge

Join us for a summer challenge! Track how many books you read and win prizes. Ends August 31.

MONDAY, AUGUST 24

People in STEAM: Leonardo da Vinci  (Ages 9+)

Learn about individuals and their contributions to the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics.

Milk Art (Ages 6+) 

Create colorful designs using milk as your canvas.

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 25

Behind the Art: The Mona Lisa (Ages 9+)

View artwork and learn about the artists who created them.

Sports Around the World: Italy (Ages 6+)

Learn about different sports and games that are played in countries and places around the world.

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26

This Week in History (Ages 9+)

Find out about important events that occurred this week in history.

Learn to Speak with a British Accent (Ages 6+)

Learn how to speak with a British accent in this fun activity!

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 27

Quote of the Week (Ages 9+)

Get inspired by authors, artists, celebrities, scientists, and world leaders. 

How to Make Play-Doh at Home (Ages 6+)

Get busy with this fun activity and make your own play-doh using supplies from your kitchen!

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 28

Friday Fun Facts (Ages 6+)

Find out interesting and fun facts about everything from animals, landmarks, science, history, pop culture and more every Friday!

Passport Pals: Italy (Part 2)

Expand your world view and go on virtual field trips around the world with Teresa. We're still in Italy, and this week we're visiting Pompeii and the Pantheon.

3:00 pm 

*Members must sign up to get Zoom meeting information to travel on this virtual field trip with Teresa.

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES:

Next-Gen Mask Challenge (15+)

The $1 Million Next-Gen Mask Challenge from XPRIZE Foundation aims to reimagine protective face masks used to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by making them more comfortable, functional, accessible, and even stylish. 

Summer Reading Challenge

Join us for a summer challenge! Track how many books you read and win prizes. Ends August 31.

MONDAY, AUGUST 17

Sudoku Online (Ages 6+) 

Learn how to play sudoku, a puzzle game with numbers.

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 18

Raised Salt Painting (Ages 6+)

Create a colorful masterpiece with this fun painting technique!

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19

Weekly Story Time with Teresa (Ages 6-10)

Watch every Wednesday as Teresa reads a story!

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 20

Name That Workout! (Ages 6+)

Get active by doing a fun workout that is unique to your name.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 21

Virtual Field Trip: Monterey Bay Aquarium (Ages 6+)

Visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium online and learn about the animals and plants that make up water ecosystems.

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES:

Next-Gen Mask Challenge (15+)

The $1 Million Next-Gen Mask Challenge from XPRIZE Foundation aims to reimagine protective face masks used to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by making them more comfortable, functional, accessible, and even stylish. 

Summer Reading Challenge

Join us for a summer challenge! Track how many books you read and win prizes. Ends August 31.

MONDAY, AUGUST 10

Virtual Field Trip: San Diego Zoo (Ages 6+) 

Take a virtual field trip to the San Diego Zoo!

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 11

Walking Rainbow (Ages 6+)

Create a colorful, "walking" rainbow with only a few supplies with this fun and easy science experiment.

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12

Weekly Story Time with Teresa (Ages 6-10)

Watch every Wednesday as Teresa reads a story!

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 13

Acrostic Poetry (6+)

Anyone can write poetry- try making your own acrostic poem using your name.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 14

Passport Pals: Italy (Ages 6+)

Expand your world view and go on virtual field trips around the world with Teresa.

3:30 pm 

*Members must sign up to get Zoom meeting information to travel on this virtual field trip with Teresa.

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES:

Next-Gen Mask Challenge (15+)

The $1 Million Next-Gen Mask Challenge from XPRIZE Foundation aims to reimagine protective face masks used to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by making them more comfortable, functional, accessible, and even stylish. 

Summer Reading Challenge

Join us for a summer challenge! Track how many books you read and win prizes. Ends August 31.

MONDAY, AUGUST 3

Ice Cream Design: Exploring Flavor (Ages 6+) 

Design your own ice cream flavor after exploring different tastes.

Art Around the World: Half and Half Drawing

Members have a week to complete their half and half drawing for the Art Around the World contest!

*This program uses Google Classroom and is for current members only. 

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 4

Two Parts Chocolate (Ages 6+)

Playing with math has never been so delicious! Create different treats by changing the ratios!

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5

Passport Pals Cooking: Sorbet

Travel with the BGCSFV Passport Pals to France and learn how to make a yummy dessert called sorbet in your own kitchen.

*This program uses Google Classroom and is for current members only. 

Whip It: Make Your Own Butter! (Ages 6+)

Cause a chemical change in cream to create butter.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 6

Plan Your Own Science Video (6+)

Plan a video presentation to share a fun science activity.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 7

Create Your Own Science Video (Ages 6+)

Record and share your own science demonstration.

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES:

Next-Gen Mask Challenge (15+)

The $1 Million Next-Gen Mask Challenge from XPRIZE Foundation aims to reimagine protective face masks used to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by making them more comfortable, functional, accessible, and even stylish. 

Summer Reading Challenge

Join us for a summer challenge! Track how many books you read and win prizes. Ends August 31.

Athletic Heroes

Complete daily exercises and track your progress. 

*This program uses Google Classroom and is for current members only. Ends August 10.

MONDAY, JULY 27

Choose Your Groove (Ages 6+)

Explore musical genres!

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TUESDAY, JULY 28

We Love Percussion (Ages 6+)

Recreate percussion sounds with markers and other objects from your home.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 29

Weekly Story Time with Teresa (Ages 6-10)

Watch every Wednesday as Teresa reads a story!

Because (Ages 6+)

Create a story about a person who worked hard to be a musician.

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THURSDAY, JULY 30

Make Your Own Instrument Ages 6+)

Make your own instrument using household items.

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FRIDAY, JULY 31

United Nations Zombie Simulator (Ages 9+)

Work together to solve the Zombie Pandemic!

2:30 pm

*Members must sign up to get Zoom meeting information for this activity with Teresa.

Your Family Plays Music (Ages 6+)

Plan a family music night!

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES:

Summer Reading Challenge

Join us for a summer challenge! Track how many books you read and win prizes. Ends August 31.

Athletic Heroes

Complete daily exercises and track your progress. 

*This program uses Google Classroom and is for current members only. Ends August 10.

MONDAY, JULY 20

Fundamental Basketball Drills: Dribbling for Beginners

Learn how to dribble a basketball with Ian!

Alphabet Snack

Try to spell out the whole alphabet with something fun in your home…FOOD!

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TUESDAY, JULY 21

Drawing with Dwayne: Pig

Watch Dwayne as he demonstrates how to draw different animals and objects each week.

Sound Hunt

Go on a sound hunt through your home to find, create and collect a list of sounds.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 22

Weekly Story Time with Teresa (Ages 6-10)

Join in every Wednesday on Facebook Live as Teresa reads a story!

3:00 - 3:30 pm

Gratitude Challenge 

Explore some of the things in your life that you are grateful for.

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THURSDAY, JULY 23

Cooking with Dwayne: Egg Rolls

Watch as Dwayne shows you step by step how to make yummy egg Rolls! Adult supervision is required for this activity.

*This activity is for current BGCSFV members only and requires access to Google Classrooms.

Dance Challenge

Learn the steps for a hip-hop dance to Ariana Grande’s song “7 Rings".

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FRIDAY, JULY 24

United Nations Zombie Simulator (Ages 9+)

Work together to solve the Zombie Pandemic!

3:30 pm

*Members must sign up to get Zoom meeting information for this activity with Teresa.

Giant Word Search

Work on a giant word search to find all of the words that you can.

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES:

Summer Reading Challenge

Join us for a summer challenge! Track how many books you read and win prizes. Ends August 31.

Athletic Heroes

Complete daily exercises and track your progress. 

*This program uses Google Classroom and is for current members only. Ends August 10.

MONDAY, JULY 13

Name that Workout!

Get active by doing a fun workout that is unique to your name.

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TUESDAY, JULY 14

Sound Scan

Try doing a sound scan to listen for the sounds all around you.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 15

Weekly Story Time with Teresa (6-10 yr)

Join in every Wednesday at 3:00 pm on Facebook Live as Teresa reads a story!

3:00 - 3:30 pm

Kindness Chain

Come up with ways to show kindness to others that you can do from your home.

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THURSDAY, JULY 16

Doodle With Mo Willems

Make art with the amazing children’s book author and illustrator, Mo Willems.

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FRIDAY, JULY 17

Passport Pals: France (6-10 yr)

Expand your world view and go on virtual field trips around the world with Teresa.

3:00 pm 

*Members must sign up to get Zoom meeting information to travel on this virtual field trip with Teresa.

Storyline Online

Listen to stories read out loud by celebrities.

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES:

Summer Reading Challenge

Join us for a summer challenge! Track how many books you read and win prizes. Ends August 31.

MONDAY, JULY 6

Bookout

Search through books, magazines, labels and other written items in your home to find specific words and numbers, then do an exercise.

Supplies:

• Bookout Worksheet (click to download)

The Challenge:

• Your challenge is to FIND the words and numbers on the worksheet (above) in books, magazines, labels or anything else in your home that has writing on it.
• Once you find the word or number, you will DO the workout activity that goes with it.
• Then, you can CHECK the box off and find the next word or letter.

Extensions:

• Make a list of your 5 favorite words and then challenge yourself to find them.
• Come up with your own bookout and send to a friend. Ask them to make one for you.

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TUESDAY, JULY 7

Healthy Alphabet Challenge

Find 26 healthy things – one for each letter of the alphabet.

Supplies:

• Paper
• Markers

The Challenge:

• Write each letter of the alphabet on a separate piece of scrap paper. The pieces of paper can be any size.
• Then, lay out the alphabet letters in order from A to Z. 
• Go around your home and find one healthy thing for each letter of the alphabet. Remember to include things that are good for your body and your mind.
• Here are some examples:

1. A – an Apple or a picture of an apple because apples are good for you to eat 
2. B- a Book because reading is good for your mind
3. C- your Cat because it makes you feel good to pet your cat 
4. D – Drawing because it makes you feel calm and happy

Extensions:

• Pick 3 of the things that you found that are healthy and do them. For example, if you picked ‘drawing’ for the letter ‘D’, then spend some time drawing. 
• Draw a picture of each of the healthy thing that you found. 
• Play with a sibling or a friend virtually or over the phone. One person can find ‘A’ and the next person can find ‘B’ and so on.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 8

Make a Time Capsule

Make a time capsule that is filled with things from the present and then is hidden away and opened in the future.

Supplies:

• Shoebox, wood box, or plastic storage container
• Mementos to fill your box

The Challenge:

• Choose what present day tokens you want to include in your time capsule.
• Then, put you time capsule together and seal it. Label it with your name and a date that it can be opened.
• Here are some ideas for things to include in your time capsule:

1. Write a letter to your future self about who you are today and your hopes and dreams for the future
2. A magazine from that date or month
3. Tickets, small objects, notes, and other mementos
4. School paper or art projects
5. Photos of yourself, your family and your friends
6. Trace around your hand on a piece of paper and put the date on the page

Extension:

• Decorate your time capsule container with markers, crayons, colorful paper or other craft supplies you may have at home.

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THURSDAY, JULY 9

Alphabet Photography Challenge

Take photos of everyday objects that make the shape of letters.

Supplies:

• Camera
• Phone or Tablet with a Camera.

Don’t have a camera? No problem! You can still do the challenge!

The Challenge:

• Your challenge today is to take pictures of things around your home that look like letters.
• First, take a look at the website https://www.alphabetphotography.com/
• Type in a word, or letters, and click ‘create my word’ to see examples of alphabet photography.
• Then, try taking some of your own photos around your home.

DON’T HAVE A CAMERA? NO PROBLEM!

Go on a scavenger hunt to find letters in your  home. Try finding the letters to spell your name.

Extensions:

• Try to spell words with alphabet letter pictures. Can you find everyday objects with the letters that spell your name? Your favorite animal? Your favorite movie or book character?
• Make your friend’s name and text or email them the photos.
• Create a secret message and send it to a friend or family member to decode.
• Print out one of your words and make a frame for it out of construction paper.

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FRIDAY, JULY 10

Virtual Story Time

Curl up, relax and tune in while Josh Gad, the actor who plays Olaf in Frozen, reads you a story.

Supplies:

• Computer, Phone, or Device with internet access and sound.

The Challenge:

• Watch Josh Gad read Waiting is Not Easy here: https://twitter.com/joshgad/status/1247300719654232065?s=20

Extensions:

• If you enjoyed listening to #GadBookClub, check out some of the stories from Storyline Online.  https://www.storylineonline.net/library/
• Ask a friend or classmate to tune in at the same time. Talk about what you enjoyed about the story later.
• Build a story time fort out of blankets and pillows. Make it as cozy as possible. 

MONDAY, JUNE 29

Juggling Challenge

Test your coordination skills by learning how to juggle 2 balls.

Supplies: 

• 2 scarves (you can substitute scarves for 2 dishtowels, 2 socks, or 2 kid’s t-shirts)
• 2 balls (you can substitute balls for 2 apples, 2 bean bags, or 2 balled-up socks)

The Challenge:

• First, get your materials out.
• Then, watch this video to learn the steps:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxzSHRbLAx4
• Start by juggling 2 scarves.
• Then, try juggling 2 balls.

Extensions:

• Try to make 10 catches with the scarves. Then, try to make 20 catches with the scarves.
• See if you can juggle bigger objects like 2 pillows. Can you make 10 catches with the pillow? Can you make 20 catches?
• See if you can juggle 2 objects that are different sizes like 1 pillow and 1 ball. How many catches can you make?
• Have a contest with someone else in your home. Who can make more catches?

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TUESDAY, JUNE 30

Feel Good Scavenger Hunt

Do a scavenger hunt to explore the activities, people and thoughts that help you feel like your best self.

Supplies:

Paper and writing utensil

The Challenge:

Today you are going on a scavenger hunt. You will explore positive things about yourself and practice some healthy behaviors. Check off each item as you finish it.

• Take 8 deep breaths. Breathe in through your nose. Hold the breath for a second. Then breathe out through your mouth.
• Stretch for 7 seconds. Find a place in your home where you can quietly stretch out. Lift your hands far about your head, reach for the sky, and count to 7.
• List 6 things that you like about yourself. What are some of the things that make you special? What do you try hard at? What are some things that you are good at?
• List 5 things that make you laugh. What always gets you giggling? Walk around your home to look for some ideas. Make a list.
• Name 4 people in your life that show you support and kindness. Who do you feel like you can always count on? Make a list.
• Find 3 activities in your home that help you feel calm and do 1 of them. Do you like drawing, playing with Legos, reading, doing puzzles, talking to a friend on the phone? Make a list and then do 1 of the activities.
• Drink 2 glasses of water throughout the day.
• Say 1 positive thing to yourself. Give yourself a big compliment. Say it out loud or write it down.

Extensions:

• Take the lists that you made and staple them together to make a book. You can call your book ‘Things that Make Me Feel Good’ or come up with your own title. Decorate the cover.
• Share one or more of your lists with someone that you trust. Ask them to share what they would put on their list.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 1

Listen and Learn Challenge

You will be entertained by a great podcast that explores topics, stories, and questions about leadership that will really get you thinking.

Supplies:

Computer, tablet, or phone

The Challenge:

If you are 6 or 7 years old:

Listen to an episode of ‘Eleanor Amplified’. Eleanor is a world-famous radio reporter that solves mysteries, outwits crafty villains, and goes after big stories. If you love it, keep listening. Follow this link to series: https://whyy.org/programs/eleanor-amplified/

If you are 8 or 9 years old:

Listen to an episode of ‘Short and Curly’. This fast-paced fun-filled ethics podcast is filled with questions and ideas to really get you thinking. It asks questions about animals, technology, school, pop culture and the future. If you love it, keep listening. Follow this link to the series: https://www.abc.net.au/radio/programs/shortandcurly/episodes/

Extension:

Start a listening club with a friend or a group of friends. Each person can listen to the episode separately and then you can meet on the phone or on your computers to talk about what happened and what you thought about the episode.

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THURSDAY, JULY 2

Tin Foil People

Practice making tin foil sculptures that are shaped like people.

Supplies:

Tin foil

The Challenge:

Your challenge today is to use pieces of tin foil to make sculptures that are shaped like people. You can bunch and crunch pieces of foil to make a body and then a head. You can roll smaller pieces of foil like a burrito and then bunch them up to make legs and arms.

Here is a video of how to make tin foil sculptures: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYDayHvcjY4

Extensions:

• Make your sculpture do different gestures like sitting, running, doing a cartwheel, etc.
• Build tin foil sculptures of your favorite movie characters or your family members.
• Make clothing and hair for your sculptures using paper, ribbon, or scrap fabric.
• Make a stand for your sculpture out of a cardboard box and glue or tape your sculpture to it.
• Make your favorite movie characters or family members.

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FRIDAY, JULY 3

Famous Bridge Challenge

Use items that you can find around your home to build your own version of these two famous bridges.

Supplies:

You can use any small items that you can find in your house. You’ll need pieces for the bridge and something to stick the pieces together. You don’t need to have a lot of supplies. In fact, you can use just 2-3 materials. Here are some ideas for your supplies:

• Popsicle sticks
• Toothpicks
• Straws
• Spaghetti
• Silverware or plastic silverware
• Cups
• Newspaper
• Tubes - paper towel or toilet paper
• Cardboard
• String
• Tape
• Marshmallows
• Legos or other blocks

The Challenge:

• Use the supplies that you have to build the 2 famous bridges below. For each bridge, try to copy the design of the bridge as best you can. 
• For an extra challenge, see if you can build each bridge long enough and strong enough to hold one of your shoes.

(Click the links below to see what each bridge looks like)

Bridge #1: The London Tower Bridge

The Tower Bridge in London was built in the 1800s and has two big towers connected by walkways.

Bridge #2: The Brooklyn Bridge

The Brooklyn Bridge, in New York City, is a suspension bridge that was built in the 1800s.