Not only do kids really get excited about answering Summer This or That questions, but they can also fill the educational void in the summer—really! Not that you want your kids to know that you’re going educational on them, but my teacher brain loves some of the hidden benefits of This or That questions. They help with critical thinking skills, develop visual imagery abilities, and help children learn to compare and contrast. So bring on the This or That!

To really raise the level of fun, if you can handle a little noise, here’s something I did with my own kids when we played: have your kids cut out the Summer This or That questions. Fold each one into a tiny piece. Roll up the questions and put them into balloons that haven’t been blown up. Blow up the balloons and tie them. Then, let your kids pop the balloons one at a time and answer the question that flutters out. If you have a child who doesn’t like loud noises, make a tiny hole in the balloon instead, and once the air is out of the balloon, cut it open. You can also take our Summer This or That Game on your road trips with these other road trip printables and ask them in the car or around the dinner table.

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Imagine the scene: backyard BBQ sizzling, red, white, and blue decorations fluttering in the breeze, and your kids are happily puzzling away instead of bouncing off the walls like overenthusiastic beach balls. They’ll be learning about American heroes, remembering the significance of the day, and having a blast all at the same time. Boom! No more meltdowns over burnt burgers or lost frisbees. ️Instant win for Mom (and bonus points for instilling a lesson without a boring lecture).

This Memorial Day crossword puzzle is a mini history lesson disguised as a game, and trust us, your kids will be begging for more (OK, maybe not begging, but they’ll definitely be intrigued).

Plus, let’s be honest—moms deserve a break too. While your little puzzlers are busy conquering the crossword, you can finally steal a moment to relax, sip your lemonade, and soak up the sunshine. It’s a guilt-free win-win for everyone! Just don’t forget to reapply sunscreen! That May sun is hot!

So ditch the stress of planning elaborate Memorial Day activities and download this free printable puzzle. With a click, a print, and a sharpened pencil, you’ve got the tools for a fun, educational, and memorable day. Remember, learning can be fun, and this puzzle is proof! Now go celebrate Memorial Day with a sprinkle of brainpower and a whole lot of patriotic family fun!

P.S. Don’t forget to snap a pic of your little history detectives in action and share it with us on social media!

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