Schools Out!
Many kids look forward to this long break from homework and tests every summer
Summer Vacation
The red symbol appears in the center of Canadas national flag
maple leaf
This colorful garden insect helps flowers grow by spreading pollen from plant to plant
Butterfly
This classic BBQ food is often served in a bun and topped with relish, mustard, and ketchup!
Hot Dog
This Striped Insect is commonly seen buzzing around flowers in the summer while collecting nectar
Bee
Some students look forward to this activity in summer, often involving books or local libraries
summer reading
Canadas capital city is home to parliament hill and the Rideau Canal
Ottawa
These Red garden vegetables are often used in salads and grow on a vine or on bushes
Tomatoes
This backyard appliance is used to book burgers, steaks, and veggies over an open flame
Grill
Many birds build nests and raise their young during the summer because this food source is most abundant
insects
These often honor students who are finishing elementary, middle, or high school
Graduations
This Canadian musician is known for hits like Hallelujah, and was born in montreal
Leonard Cohen
This garden tool with a long handle is used to loosen soil and remove weeds
Hoe
This type of wood is often used to add a smoky flavor when barbecuing
Hickory
This large mammal often cools off in rivers and lakes during hot summer months and is known for its antlers
Moose
This traditional "fun day" includes outdoor games, water activities, and sometimes picnics before summer break
Field Day
This famous Canadian landmark is a huge waterfall on the border of the USA
Niagara Falls
This fragrant garden herb is commonly used in Italian cooking and pairs well with tomatoes
Basil
This popular BBQ meat comes from the pig and is often served pulled or on ribs
Pork
These nocturnal mammals are especially active on warm summer nights, and use echolocation to hunt
Bats
This annual tradition often involves students writing messages to their classmates.
Yearbook signing
This Canadian province is the only officially bilingual province with both English and French as official languages
New Brunswick
This gardening task involves removing unwanted plants so flowers and vegetables can grow better.
Weeding
This common BBQ safety rule says meat should be cooked thoroughly to avoid getting sick.
Cooking meat to the proper temperature
This black and white bird is commonly seen near lakes in summer and is famous for its eerie echoing call
Loon