Keep kids learning all summer long
Discover fun, budget-friendly summer ideas to keep kids aged 5–12 engaged.
Summer vacations are the most exciting time of the year for children—especially those between the ages of 5 and 12. Kids wait all year long for these 50 days of fun and freedom!
But what about the parents? While kids count down the days, parents start planning weeks in advance—searching for summer camps, extra activities, or classes to keep their little ones busy and happy.
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Well, we are here to make your life a little easier with some fun, budget-friendly ideas that don’t require much time or effort. What if there's a healthier (and just as fun) alternative to shows like Coco-melon? E-books!
Now, you might be thinking, “Do I need to buy an e-reader or pay for a bunch of books?” Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered.
Project Gutenberg is a fantastic resource for free eBooks. These can be read online or downloaded for offline reading. They offer timeless stories and illustrations that continue to captivate toddlers and young children. Most books are available in HTML (view in browser), EPUB (great for tablets/e-Readers) or plain text. You can go straight to the children's literature section: Project Gutenberg - Children's Books
This shelf includes fairy tales, classic literature or Aesop fables. Here are our top 5 picks which toddlers will love to read:
The Tale of Peter Rabbit
Beatrix Potter's beloved story follows the mischievous adventures of Peter Rabbit as he explores Mr. McGregor's garden.
A Apple Pie
Kate Greenaway’s charming alphabet book takes children through the letters with delightful illustrations and rhymes centered around an apple pie.
The Little Gingerbread Man
The lively tale of gingerbread man on the run and what happened to it at the end.
Mother Goose in Prose
L. Frank Baum presents prose versions of classic Mother Goose rhymes, making them accessible and engaging for young readers.
The Story of Miss Moppet
This Beatrix Potter story features Miss Moppet, a kitten who attempts to catch a mouse, leading to playful antics that delight young readers.
Would you like a printable list of early reader books from Gutenberg or a reading guide with links by age level or topic? Do let us know in comments.
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