A Simple Summer
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- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
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- step-up-ftc-pep-2026-27 · v1.0.1
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- Official general rule
- Source freshness
- Review due · Low
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Product description
Join us for a summer filled with discovery, connection, and joy. <em>A Simple Summer</em> is an 8-week, open-and-go family guide that blends solid theology, living books, and hands-on learning into simple Morning Time plans that nurture both hearts and minds.<br><br>Centered around nature-inspired themes, each week invites your family to explore a different part of God's creation while developing a deeper appreciation for His handiwork.<br><br>For ages 3-12 | This is a digital resource.<br><br>Publisher: Brighter Day Press | <a href="https://dsb-samples.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/SimpleSumerSample.pdf">View Sample</a><br><br><strong>What’s Included:</strong><br><ul><li>8 weekly themes: garden, pond, coral reef, meadow, nest, beach, sky, and forest</li><li>Daily Morning Time plans with devotions from Indescribable by Louie Giglio</li><li>Recommended picture books for preschool and elementary ages</li><li>Chapter book suggestions for independent readers</li><li>Weekly crafts and simple, seasonal recipes</li><li>A weekly poem and Aesop’s Fable to read aloud</li><li>A list of 50 screen-free ideas to keep kids inspired and engaged</li></ul><br><br><h3>Who is it for?</h3><br>Created for children ages 3–12, this guide is designed for the whole family. With curated book lists for preschoolers, elementary students, and middle schoolers, siblings of all ages can participate and enjoy the journey together.<br><br><h3>What books do I need?</h3><br>Two main books are used throughout the study:<em> Indescribable</em> by Louie Giglio and <em>Slow Down: 50 Mindful Moments in Nature</em> by Rachel Williams. All other picture books are optional recommendations that can typically be found at your local library.<br><br><h3>How long is the study?</h3><br>This is an 8-week guide, but the weeks are completely interchangeable and flexible. Move at your own pace and choose the themes that best suit your family’s schedule and interests.
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- FESUA_DailySkillBuilding
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- Step Up For Students
- Applies to
- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
- Effective dates
- Jul 1, 2026 — Jun 30, 2027
- Source last modified
- Jul 14, 2026
- Reviewed by Navigator
- Jul 23, 2026
- Review due
- Aug 14, 2026
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