Looking for a simple way to keep the kids excited all summer long? These free Summer Bucket List printables are a fun way for children to think about all the adventures, big and small, they’d love to have during the school holidays.
I’ve included two different versions, so there’s something for every age.
Whether it’s building a sandcastle, having a picnic or chasing bubbles around the garden, these printables are a lovely way to plan a summer full of memories.
Why You’ll Love These Summer Bucket List Printables
- One version for younger children who love to draw
- One checklist version for older kids who prefer writing
- Encourages children to think creatively about summer activities
- Perfect for school holidays, summer break and family staycations
- Creates a fun keepsake to look back on after summer
- Free PDF downloads you can print at home
What’s Included?
You’ll receive a choice of two free Summer Bucket List printables.
The first features a large beach bucket for younger children to fill with drawings, writing, or a mixture of both. It’s perfect for preschoolers and younger primary-aged children.
The second is a classic bucket list with plenty of space to write activities and tick them off as they’re completed. It’s ideal for older children who enjoy making lists and setting little goals for themselves.
Both pages include fun summer-themed illustrations like sandcastles, seashells, ice lollies and beach accessories to colour if they fancy.
Brainstorm Summer Fun
Sit down together and chat about everything your child would love to do this summer. It doesn’t have to cost a fortune or involve big days out. Often it’s the simple things that become the best memories.
Some ideas include:
- Go to the beach
- Eat an ice cream
- Make a den
- Visit a playground
- Fly a kite
- Have a water balloon fight
- Sleep under the stars
- Feed the ducks
- Make homemade ice lollies
- Catch bugs in the garden
- Camp in the garden
Display It
Pop the finished bucket list on the fridge, a noticeboard or the kitchen wall. It’s a fun reminder of all the adventures still to come and feels really satisfying as the ticks start adding up.
Learning Opportunities
This simple summer activity is about much more than making a list.
Children can:
- Practise writing, drawing and early literacy skills
- Build planning and decision-making skills
- Learn to set simple goals
- Develop creativity and imagination
- Talk about family activities and make decisions together
Ways to Make It Even More Fun
There are lots of ways to personalise your Summer Bucket List.
- Colour in the summer-themed pictures.
- Decorate the pages with stickers or glitter.
- Add photos beside activities as you complete them.
- Let each child create their own personalised bucket list.
- Make a family bucket list alongside the children’s versions and see how many adventures you can complete together.
More Summer Activities for Kids
If you’re looking for even more easy summer fun, you might also enjoy:
- In The Garden Summer Printables For Kids
- Summer Fun Activity Book
- Kids Printables Camping Scene – Cut and Paste
- 14 Super Fun Summer Crafts For Kids
Download Your Free Summer Bucket List Printables
Download both free Summer Bucket List Printables here!
😎 Summer Bucket List For Older Children
😎 Summer Bucket List For Younger Children
Some great ideas. Going to have to find lots of things to do over the Summer holiday.
I love this. My children always used to have a long list of things that they wanted to do over the school holidays!
These are lovely lists! When my children were small these kinds of ideas really helped.
Great ideas for a summer of fun! #MMBC