counting down

The kids are counting down the days to the summer holidays. This first term has been hard for us. (School year runs from April to March). We went from part time schooling and homeschooling to fulltime school for D and half days for C. A big change and a lot of adjustments needed. I'm trying to think of some ideas to get through the summer. We won't be going anywhere, maybe to the beach but most of the time will be spent at home. So after the load of homework is done I really want to focus on the kids English. Try to get their reading and writing a little better. I'm also looking for some easy science and craft projects that don't take forever to do and won't wreck the house. Better get my thinking cap on!!!