Kids Home for Two Days for Summer and They’re Already Driving You Crazy?

Ah, summer vacation! The long-awaited break from early mornings packed lunches and rushed schedules. As the sun shines brightly and the kids are finally free from the clutches of homework, you may envision idyllic days filled with laughter, adventure, and family fun.

But what happens when that dream fades, and reality hits just two days into a long Summer break? If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Yesterday, this hit me like a ton of bricks. One minute, I am finally enjoying a quiet cup of coffee, and the next, my kids are bickering, the house is in disarray, and suddenly, I am begging for school to start back tomorrow.

But don't despair!

Lucky for all of us, we live here in Gwinnett, a community packed full of wonderful ways for you to get your kids out of the house and regain your sanity!

Let's explore:

Kids Home for Two Days for Summer and They’re Already Driving You Crazy?

Here is a list of twenty of the best parks in Gwinnett

Tribble Mill Park

Jones Bridge Park

Freeman's Mill Park

Collins Hill Park

Sims Lake Park Suwanee

Alexander Park

Rock Springs Park

Rhodes Jordan Park

Lilburn City Park

Simpsonwood Park

Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center

PlayTown Suwanee

Lilburn City Park

Thrasher Park

George Pierce Park

Betty Mauldin Park

Little Mulberry Park

Shorty Howell Park

Lillian Webb Park Norcross

Sweet Water Park

Standing out from the crowd, Rhodes Jordan takes things to the next level with its one-of-a-kind water park. With admission priced at $2.50, you cannot beat a day here of fun with the kiddos.

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Are your kids interested in basketball?

Silverbacks Basketball Club offers great summer basketball clinics for ages 6-18.

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Silverbacks was founded by Jay Ovalles, a former collegiate basketball player and championship-winning youth coach. He is aided by coaches who are former Division I players, middle and high school coaches, and others with stellar basketball knowledge.

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While it may feel like your sanity is slipping away in these initial days, kids thrive on structure, and even a loose routine can help provide a sense of stability.

Gwinnett County Parks & Rec offers over 250 affordable camp options for your kids to experience fun through the summer. These include sports, Art, and Acting camps, as well as animal-focused and healthy eating camps.

There are so many ways to spend time exploring Gwinnett and the great outdoors, which is a remedy for excess energy! Plan family outings to parks, nature trails, or community events. Engaging in outings creates cherished memories and provides an escape from the chaos indoors. 

Remember that summer brings a shift in dynamics, and it's normal for you and your kids to feel the growing pains. Practice patience and try to cultivate a sense of humor amid the chaos. Remind yourself it's temporary because it will be over in the blink of an eye, and we will all be dreading those early mornings again as we head back to school.