July 6 2020 - Week 5 According to The Old Farmer's Almanac, the Dog Days of summer are traditionally the 40 days beginning July 3 and ending August 11, which coincide with the dawn rising of the Dog Star. This is soon after the Summer Solstice, which of course also indicates that the worst summer heat will soon set in. What is the name of the Dog Star? Dog Days of Summer Grab a leaf from a few different trees and see what they look like! Frame it and hang it on the wall! If you are unsure how to make a crayon leaf rubbing, check out this site! Crayon Rubbings Capture a Memory! It can be as simple as keeping a favorite recipe in your parent’s handwriting or recording an interview with a grandparent or older relative about what life was like for them at your age. Play Charades Use all of that extra energy to play a game. Here are a few words to get you started! Did you know your eyes have a blind spot? Use these symbols to find yours! Make a Family Time Capsule!