Great American Family Fun Kit
Pursue Connection and Intentional Time Together
Celebrate America's 250th anniversary by spending quality time with your family, building connections, growing in gratitude, and reflecting on what kind of family legacy you want to live out. This kit can take the planning and guesswork out of an intentional day of celebration for the freedoms we enjoy in America, in our families, and in a loving God.
Kick off your day with a silly vocabulary lesson!
Start the day off on a fun note by learning some words that would have been used in Colonial America. Read them all together and then see how many times you can work them into your conversations for the rest of the day!
Make a festive treat!
Kick up your snack or dinner a notch by making it patriotic! These super-simple recipes can add some fun and whimsy to your snack or meal plans.
There’s not much more American than a hot dog! This twist on the classic dog turns them into fun fireworks! Celebrating Simply shares this quick and fun recipe that’s sure to be a blast.
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream… sandwiches! This sweet treat from The Pioneer Woman can help you cool off on a hot July day. Plus, they’re red, white, and beautiful!
Greatness comes from gratitude!
Begin a tradition that can instill a long-lasting presence of gratitude in your family. This Freedom Jar encourages you and your children to be intentional about the things you're most thankful for. Best of all, there is no end date, it can go on as many years as you like!
Get moving!
Everyone can enjoy this twist on an indoor scavenger hunt. All of the clues are patriotic! One adult can call out the clues as you go, or you can download a printable version so everyone has a copy!
Live with legacy in mind.
As our nation celebrates 250 years, today is a chance to celebrate with gratitude and reflect on the legacy we have received. Every generation helps shape the future. That is true for a nation, for the church, and for our families. So, as you enjoy this day together, consider the legacy you are building in your home. What kind of values, faith, love, and strength do you want to pass on? This family flag activity encourages your whole family to discuss shared values so that you can actively live out the legacy you wish to leave.
Keep building your family legacy.
Before the night ends, choose one small thing you want to do in the next month to keep investing in your family. Not necessarily grand gestures, just small, repeatable things that keep your family relationships your priority. It could be something like:
- Plan one family fun day
- Start a new shared habit
- Do a service project together
- Make up a new tradition
- Create an intentional way to connect
Regular family connection fosters communication and builds trust. Make sure to be intentional and have fun together!
Pray for Our Country
Commit to praying together for our country this week. Pray for our leaders, our citizens, and for your eyes to be opened to what makes our country great.
