Summer 2020 has finally arrived, but it is sure to look a whole lot different from what most of us are used to. While some states have allowed recreational activities, amusement parks, restaurants, parks, and beaches to reopen, others haven't or have done so at a greatly reduced capacity. Movie theaters, libraries, jump houses, trampoline parks, and other indoor attractions may not open in many states at all this summer, or even for the rest of the year. Some summer camps and day camps are open and others are not. That means entertainment options are going to be limited significantly for many families in America, and with the kids being home all summer after being home for most of spring, everyone is probably already bouncing off the walls and parents are at a loss for ideas.
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And of course, many parents will choose to continue social distancing out of an abundance of caution, whether that's because they don't want to risk endangering others or because they themselves, their children, or someone in their extended family falls into the high-risk category. Regardless of the "why," many parents will need to find safe, socially distant ways to keep their children happy and entertained this summer. Keep reading to find some ideas to get you started.