"To be intentional is to act purposefully, with a goal in mind and a plan for accomplishing it." - Ann Epstein
As you think about engaging your kids throughout the summer, be PURPOSEFUL. Begin with the end in mind so that you're not just giving them "busy work." At the end of the summer, what do you hope they will have gained as a result of all the experiences you will have planned for them? Maybe you want them to go into a difficult class with more confidence, to identify a new hobby, to develop important life skills, to have better organization skills, to be closer to family, to be more responsible, or to discover careers they might like to pursue. Once you determine your end goals, make sure you refer to them anytime you schedule an activity.