The Big Summer Activity Book Author:Anne Thomas, Peter Thomas For parents, summer holidays can seem to stretch out endlessly. There is constant pressure to keep the children physically occupied and mentally engaged, which can be especially difficult for single and working parents, who may not get many holidays themselves. Here is a handbook that can help alleviate some of that pressure. Based on many ye... more »ars experience of keeping children busy and happy, Anne and Peter Thomas have compiled a huge collection of summer activities that will help keep boredom at bay and help parents feel better, knowing that their children are busy having wholesome fun. The authors include both indoor and outdoor activities, things to make, things to see, and things to do. It is packed with handy tips on food (like sweets for car journeys), health (such as sunburn), and safety. The Big Summer Activity Book covers everything from simple games that parents might themselves have played as children, to inspiring projects that will challenge the whole family. Fully illustrated in colour throughout, this is an indispensable handbook that every parent will want to keep handy throughout summer vacations.« less