Online activities and background information from the Library of Congress to help students learn more about summertime and recreation.
- Come Celebrate (America's Library) Every country and every culture has its own traditional celebrations and festivities. Many of these celebrations have existed for centuries and have been passed down and observed. Summertime is a time for festivals and celerations.
- Explore the States: Kansas (America's Library) Lawrence City Band has been playing summer concerts in the park since 1863.
- Fairfield Indian Summer Days Festival (Ohio) (Local Legacies) This three day summer festival has been celebrated for 25 years.
- How does sunscreen work? (Science Mysteries) Find out why it is important to protect your skin from the sun.
- Join America at Play: Hit the Road (America's Library) School's out for the summer and it's time to play!
- Join America at Play: Play Ball (America's Library) Read stories about baseball – America's national pastime.
- Join America at Play: Seasonal Trips (America's Library) School holidays often mean vacations.
- Jump Back in Time: June 21, 2003 (America's Library) This date marks the official beginning of summer.
- Jump Back in Time: June 26, 1870 (America's Library) Visit the Atlantic City Boardwalk.
- Jump Back in Time: September 5, 1882 (America's Library) Learn the history of the first Labor Day.
- Springfield Summer Arts Festival(Ohio) (Local Legacies) This annual event offers citizens five weeks of free summer entertainment.
- Summer at Jones Beach (New York) (Local Legacies) Jones Beach State Park draws over seven million visitors each year.
- Summer Days (Online Activity) Solve the “Summer Days” puzzle in this Big Picture activity.
- Summer's Here (Wise Guide) June 21st marks the longest day of the year.
- Today in History (June 21) Summertime! (Today in History) This entry focuses on the events and happenings of summer.
- Today in History (June 26) On the Boardwalk (Today in History) Learn about the creation and popularity of the Atlantic City Boardwalk.
- Why is it hot in the summer and cold in the winter? (Science Mysteries) Find out about the causes of the seasons.
