Week 1: Kindness Rocks & Balloon Games

Summer Sparks

✨ Welcome to Summer Sparks with GHLionsPTA! ✨

Your weekly spark of joy, curiosity, and connection 

— curated with care by your Greathouse Shryock PTA to help families make the most of summer, one small spark at a time!

Each Sunday at 3 PM, we’ll share simple and fun ideas for families to enjoy together — from backyard games and kindness missions to rainy-day challenges and book corner picks. No stress, no sign-ups — just a little inspiration to help you make memories and keep the magic of learning and laughter alive. 💡 You don’t need to be a PTA member to enjoy what’s shared here — all families are welcome! 

🌱 We're building this site block by block, so thank you for your patience as we grow!
📌 Bookmark www.ghlionspta.org — it’s becoming your one-stop PTA shop for updates, events, volunteer opportunities, and family fun all year long.

Thanks for being part of our Greathouse Shryock village. Let’s keep the fun going — together! 💛
  – Greathouse Shryock PTA

✨ Summer Sparks: Week 1 ✨

Welcome to the very first spark of summer! ☀️
Whether you're traveling, relaxing at home, or juggling a busy week, we've got a few easy ways to make memories, move your bodies, and spread some joy.

Let’s light up your week with fun!

🎨 Spark of Creativity: “Thank You Rocks”

Paint a few small rocks with kind words like “You Rock!”, “Thanks!”, or “Have a Great Day!”
Leave them on a friend's porch, by the school garden, or in the park for someone to find.
🪨 + 🎨 = 💛

📚 Book Nook: “The World Needs More Purple People” by Kristen Bell & Benjamin Hart

This fun and colorful book reminds kids how to stand up for kindness, curiosity, and unity.
✔ Great for K–3rd grade
✔ Also perfect as a read-aloud for older siblings to little ones

🌱 Kindness Challenge: “Mail a Hug”

Have your child trace their hands on paper and cut them out. Write a short note, attach the handprints like a hug, and mail it to a relative or friend.

🧠 Brain Boost: Riddle of the Week

What has hands but can’t clap?

💬 Drop your guess in the comments on our Greathouse PTA Facebook page — we’ll reveal the answer next Sunday!

💃 Move It Moment: “Keepy Uppy!”

Blow up a balloon and try to keep it off the ground for 1 minute — no hands allowed!
Play alone or make it a family challenge.

🍽️ Snack Hack: “Frozen Banana Bites”

Slice bananas, dip them in yogurt, roll in granola or crushed cereal, and freeze. Easy, healthy, and fun to make with kids!

❄️ Tip: Use popsicle sticks or toothpicks for a fun, mess-free snack! 

New Sparks drop every Sunday at 3 PM. Check back weekly for new ideas!

📬 Have a favorite book, recipe, or activity to share?

We’d love to highlight ideas from our amazing Greathouse families in future Summer Sparks editions!

Send your spark to: media@ghlionspta.org 

📨 Want Summer Sparks delivered to your inbox next year? We’re working on it! Stay tuned for newsletter sign-up options soon. 

🛠️ And remember — our website is still under construction, so thank you for your patience!
💻 Visit: www.ghlionspta.org — your one-stop PTA shop (coming soon!)

— With joy,
Greathouse Shryock PTA

📌 Preview for Next Week's Newsletter (Week 2 Sneak Peek)

Freebies for Reading! 🍕📚🍰🎟️
Lots of local and national programs reward kids with free books, pizza, playtime, and treats just for reading!
We’re gathering the details to make sure these are valid in the Louisville area — stay tuned for the full list and links.

Have you already joined the LFPL Summer Reading Challenge?
🎉 Sign up here: https://www.lfpl.org/summerreading

Or check out $Free kids’ movies all summer at Xscape Theatres:
🎬 https://louisvillefilmsociety.org/events/xscape-kids-summer-movies