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Lesson Plans - 2nd Grade

Summer Rain Stick

Get kids into the summer spirit by making a summer rain stick. This is a cool craft that uses a cardboard mailing tube and uncooked beans to recreate the soothing sounds of a summer downpour.

Seashell Critters

Save the shells you find on the beach this summer and make these adorable little seashell critters. This activity is a great way to test kids’ creativity–have a seashell critter fashion show when you are all done!

Paper Plate Sun

Sunshine just screams summer! Kids can bring some sunny rays into your own home, day or night, by making this easy craft.

Sand-Filled Bottles

Take a bit of the beach home with you by crafting these cool sand-filled bottles. Kids will have fun making these at the beach or cottage and they make a great summer souvenir to take home.

Watermelon Pinata

Whether you fill this piƱata with candy and let kids beat the stuffing out of it, or just hang it for a summer decoration, this project is fun, colorful and sure to get compliments!