Summer
Summer vacation is typically thought of being these three months (mostly).
What are June, July and August? (all 3 needed)
an activity in which you might sleep in cabins or tents
a favorite summer fruit that is red, sweet, and juicy; be careful not to swallow the black seeds!
What is a watermelon?
traditionally played with a black and white ball; no hands allowed!
What is soccer or futbol/football?
Which U.S. state experiences the most wildfires during summer?
What is California?
If someone "takes a dip" on a hot day, they are really doing this.
What is swimming or going in cool water?
a fun (and wet) place to cool off in summer
What is a swimming pool or lake?
a common method of travel that requires pedaling on two wheels
What is biking or riding a bike?
This "hot" food item can be up to a foot long and traditionally comes with red and yellow condiments, often served on a bun; some people like relish on it, too.
What is a hot dog?
Nine players take the field in this bat-and-ball sport.
What is baseball?
This "royal" butterfly species will spend its summer in North America before migrating south in winter.
What is the Monarch butterfly?
A person who "catches some rays" is doing this.
What is getting some sun on their skin?
Is watermelon made up of 10%, 50%, or 90% of water?
90%
A place in Carmel with a water slide, wave pool, and lazy river.
What is the Monon Water Park?
Be careful not to keep this puffy white treat near the fire for too long or you'll end up with sticky fingers. Sugar burns easily!
What is a marshmallow?
a yard game in which bags of corn or other material are tossed onto a board with a hole from across a determined distance
What is Cornhole?
This crimson gem is the birthstone for July.
What is ruby?
To "beat the heat" is to ___________________.
July is named after this ancient Roman leader.
Who is Julius Caesar?
What is considered "The Happiest Place on Earth" to visit? It's quite magical!
What is Disney?
Whether grilled, steamed, boiled, or air popped, this "husky" summer veggie hits the spot every time.
What is corn on the cob?
This was invented in the 1870's to be used as a pie plate, but now it just gets tossed around through the air.
What is a frisbee?
This "big apple" city near the Hudson River has the largest Fourth of July fireworks display in the United States.
What is New York (City)?
A person whose skin becomes tanned from the sun is said to be "sun-__________."
What is kissed?
The first day of summer in the northern hemisphere (Indiana) according to the astronomical calendar.
What is June 20, 21, or 22nd? (one date is fine)
a type of tree with large fan-shaped leaves you might see when visiting a tropical location; some produce coconuts
What is a Palm Tree?
a popular summer event in which meats and veggies are prepared outside on a grill
What is a cookout?
The number of rings interlocking in the Summer Olympics logo?
What is 5?
The beach ball was invented in this west coast state with 840 miles of shoreline.
What is California?
The hottest and most humid days of summer are referred to as the ______ days of summer.
What is dog?
a flying beetle which produces natural flashes of light on a summer evening
What is a firefly or lightning bug?
a long trip you take in a car or truck across the country (or multiple states)
What is a road trip?
What is America’s most popular ice cream flavor?
What is vanilla?
Beach sport that became an official Olympic sport in 1996.
What is beach volleyball?
What summer blockbuster (movie) made the most money of all time? Not only are its ticket sales out of this world, but the movie is pretty "far out," too!
What is Star Wars?
To take advantage of an opportunity while it lasts is to "make ________ while the sun shines."
What is hay?