Looking for fun activities to do with your child at home? Check out the hard work and creativity of our interns, who created videos filled with fun ideas and activities to keep you engaged and entertained all summer long.
We have arts and crafts, recipes for all occasions (we haven’t forgotten s’mores!), activities to get you movin’ and groovin’ and things to do with friends and family while practicing social distance guidelines and staying safe and healthy. Tune into our social media channels daily to keep up with all the fun!
Fortune Teller Fun
Learn how to make your own paper fortune teller — camp style — in this fun tutorial with interns Hailey and Keerti! They’ll show you how to make your own fortune teller and even play a round with you.
Camp Games and Activities
Permanent Marker Tie Dye
Learn how to tie dye with permanent markers in this fun video as intern Kate walks you through it!
Bleach Tie Dye Tutorial
Learn how to bleach tie dye in this easy tutorial.
Tie Dye Sock Tutorial
Watch this fun tutorial to learn how to tie dye socks!
Craft Project: Beaded Sunglasses
“Beadazzle” your sunglasses for some summer fun in this easy step by step tutorial!
Simon Says Game
Play “Simon Says” with intern Hailey and family! Have fun and see who will win in this fun game.
Origami Tutorial
Learn how to make and origami paper airplane in this step-by-step tutorial.
Chalk Murals Tutorial
Learn how to create fun and colorful chalk murals on your driveway or sidewalk too.
Chalk Paint Tutorial
Learn how to make homemade chalk paint with intern Alexa in this awesome video!
Sun Catchers Tutorial
Follow intern Veda as she creates sun catchers out of extra beads she had at home by melting them in the oven.
Ring Toss Activity
Watch this fun video to see how you can create a fun ring toss activity with items around your house!
Make Your Own Slime Tutorial
Learn how to make your own slime at home with this fun video with intern Veda!
Firefly Jars
Bring a little summer magic to your home with firefly jars this summer! This creative activity is fun for the whole family.
Beginner Lanyard Making
Learn how to make lanyard in this video tutorial for beginners!
Advanced Lanyard Making
Follow along as past director Richard and intern Gianna show you how to create intricate lanyard designs!
Marble Clay Drink Coasters Tutorial
Add a splash of color to your house with these fun drink coasters for your inside or outside furniture!
Frisbee Tic-Tac-Toe
Have fun and be safe with this socially distant Frisbee tic-tac-toe game designed by intern Veda!
Rock Photo Holder
Learn how to make this fun new photo holder with intern Hailey!
No-Sew Scrunchie Tutorial
Learn how to make a no-sew scrunchie by following Keerti’s easy step by step instructions.
Homemade Bird Feeder
Follow along as intern Alexa shows you how to make a homemade bird feeder out of apples and bird seed!
Strawberry DNA Extraction Science Project
Put your thinking caps on and follow along as intern Hailey extracts strawberry DNA in this fun science experiment.
How to Create Homemade Bouncy Balls
Watch as intern Veda shows you how to create homemade bouncy balls in this fun video! Then, start bouncing!
Fortune Teller Fun
Learn how to make your own paper fortune teller — camp style — in this fun tutorial with interns Hailey and Keerti! They’ll show you how to make your own fortune teller and even play a round with you.
Grid Puzzle Tutorial
Watch as intern Hailey shows you how to create and draw a grid puzzle. What designs will you come up with for your family and friends?
Arts and Crafts
Paint Pouring Activity
Paint pouring craft led by intern Veda!
Acrylic String Pulling with Beads
Learn a new form of art called string pulling with beads and create a unique piece of art for yourself or someone special this summer.
Rainbow Loom Bracelet Tutorial
Make a rainbow loom bracelet on your fingers or on a homemade loom! You can buy rainbow loom bands and C clips from amazon for about $10.
Rainbow Loom Bracelet Tutorial #2
Learn another way of making rainbow loom bracelets with interns Hailey and Keerti. Create rings and bracelets in any color you want!
Woven Bracelet Tutorial
Watch intern Kate as she shows how to make braided friendship bracelets with this fun, easy-to-follow design!
Melted Crayon Project
Create a unique piece of art for your play area or gift for someone you love with this fun tutorial with intern Morgan!
Paper Flower Tutorial
Watch intern Keerti show you how to create paper flowers for your room, house or to spread some cheer to someone during this time!
Watercolor Technique Lesson
Learn different techniques for painting watercolors shared with us from our friends at Camp Sunburst!
Watercolor Rose Tutorial
Learn how to paint watercolor roses with intern Hailey in this tutorial!
Invisible Ink Video
Write secret messages to friends and family with invisible ink after watching this video as intern Veda shows how to create it!
Homemade Pinwheel Video
Learn how to make fun pinwheels for your yard in this tutorial lead by intern Kate. What fun designs will you come up with?
Ice Cube Paint Tutorial
Watch as intern Kate shows you how to create art with ice cube painting! Perfect for the hot weather we’re experiencing right now.
Cloud Dough Video
Follow along as intern Veda shows you how to make cloud dough for a fun project the whole family can enjoy!
Puffy Paint “How To” Video
Watch as intern Alexa shows you how to make different colored puffy paint so you can create fun drawings of your own in this tutorial!
3D Cardboard Flower Vase Activity
Get creative with your unused cardboard to make 3D cardboard flower vases. Use fake or real flowers and follow along as intern Delaney shows you how to create this piece of art!
Homemade Lava Lamp Tutorial
Watch as intern Kate shows you how to make homemade lava lamps with items found around your house!
Yarn Lantern Tutorial
Follow along as intern Veda shows you how to create fun yarn lanterns that can brighten up any indoor or outdoor space!
Splatter Paint Activity
Watch as intern Hailey shows you how to create a fun splatter paint canvas! Choose your favorite colors and get creative with your design.
Dance & Yoga
Camp Dance Tutorial
Learn a new dance and impress family and friends this summer!
Yoga for Beginners
Start your day off right when you do yoga with intern Sereena as she shows you a few beginner’s movements.
Chair Yoga 1
Join intern Sereena as she shows you simple movements to help you stretch and stay healthy and centered in this chair yoga exercise.
Chair Yoga 2
Intern Sereena is back and showing you more chair yoga movements in this second video. Join her to stretch and stay healthy!
Recipes
Popsicle Making
Red, white, and blue popsicles with strawberries, blueberries and coconut milk. What other flavors can you create?
Red, White, and Blue Dessert
Made with the 4th of July in mind, but you can switch the colors of sprinkles and design your own!
Gluten-Free Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Tutorial
Intern Alexa shows you how to make gluten free buffalo cauliflower bites in this tutorial.
Gluten-Free Banana Bread Tutorial
Blueberry Banana bread recipe! (Artwork courtesy of @vetoile1 on Instagram)
Vegan Double Chocolate Banana Ice Cream Tutorial
Try this double chocolate vegan banana ice cream recipe and you won’t be disappointed this summer!
Snack Board Ideas
Intern Marina shares her favorite snacks for entertaining as she creates her snack board!
7 Layer Bar Tutorial
Learn how to make Camp’s 7 layer bar dessert!
S’mores-Making Tutorial
It’s not summer without a campfire and s’mores!
Camp Mac & Cheese Tutorial
Don’t miss out on mac & cheese from intern Kevin’s camp favorites!
Blueberry Yogurt Popsicle Recipe
Watch intern Morgan as she create a tasty summer treat with this easy to follow recipe for blueberry yogurt popsicles.
Gluten-Free Ritz Crackers Recipe
Intern Kate is sharing her recipe for gluten-free “Ritz” crackers which will wow you with their buttery, delicious taste!
Camp Food Series: Cheese Quesadillas
Learn how to make cheese quesadillas with intern Kevin in this part of our Camp Food Series!
S’mores Dip
Try this s’mores dip intern Marina shows you how to make in this tutorial, and you won’t be disappointed this summer!
Homemade Dole Whip Tutorial
Follow along as intern Kate shows you how to recreate it at home to satisfy your hunger for this tasty treat!
Watermelon Fruit Salad
Watch as intern Hailey shows you how to create a watermelon bowl designed for summer fun for the whole family. What will you have in your fruit salad?
Homemade Brownies Tutorial
Follow along as interns Kevin and Delaney show you how to make homemade brownies from scratch!
Cake Pops Tutorial
Learn how to make delicious cake pop treats as intern Alexa shows you step-by-step instructions in this video! Who doesn’t love a good cake pop with sprinkles?
Homemade Fruit Roll Ups Tutorial
Follow along as intern Alexa shows you how to make homemade fruit roll ups from scratch! What’s your favorite flavor? Try subbing the fruit and trying that next time!
Frozen S’mores Recipe
Homemade Fruit Roll Ups Tutorial
Gluten-Free Soup Recipe
Follow along as intern Alexa show you how to make this tasty soup the whole family can enjoy.
Movie Night Snacks
Stay in where it’s cool and plan a family movie night! TTFF has three recipes for you of some of our favorite movie night snacks!
Chicken Fajitas Recipe
Follow along to learn one of camp’s favorite recipes! These chicken fajitas are delicious and you can choose your favorite toppings to make it unique.
Curly Fries Recipe
Learn how to make tasty homemade curly fries with interns Delaney and Kevin in this tasty looking video! Let us know how yours turn out.
S’mores Cups Recipe
It’s s’mores, s’mores and s’mores here! Watch as interns Delaney and Kevin show you another way to make this tasty treat we all love while at camp!
Chicken Tacos Recipe
Tacos are a camp favorite and we hope you like our twist on the recipe.
Smoothie Bowl Recipe
Follow along as intern Hailey shows you how to create a beautiful and delicious smoothie bowl!
Homemade Snow Cones Recipe
Watch as intern Kate shows you how to make homemade snow cones with real fruit syrup recipe. Perfect for a hot summer day!
Sophie’s Place: Sing-a-longs and Making Musical Instruments
Make Your Own Instruments
Learn how to make your own instruments in this tutorial!
Relaxation Techniques (Older Campers)
Learn relaxation techniques with Missy in this music therapy video.
Make Your Own Xylophone (All Ages)
Create your own xylophone!
Animals Around Us (Younger Campers)
Animals around us…for younger campers!
Karaoke, Together! (All Ages)
Play Music Therapy Karaoke!
Musical Stories (Younger Campers)
Musical Stories for younger campers!
Slow Down & Calm Down (Relaxation for Younger Campers)
Slow down and calm down with relaxation tips!
Music Bingo (All Ages)
Music Bingo with Missy!
Music Jeopardy (All Ages)
Music Jeopardy with music therapist Missy!
