Here is some August fun for you and your child. First come the facts. Next come the ideas.

Facts!

Birthstone – Peridot

Birth Flower – Gladiolus or Poppy

Zodiac Sign – Leo

Dates of Zodiac Sign – July 23-August 23

Ideas!

Make as many words as you can out of the word “peridot.”

Teach your child how to draw or color gladiolas or poppies.

Look in the newspaper for the Horoscope section and read what it says for Leo.

Make a calendar for August and mark each day with a sun, cloud, or raindrops depending on the weather.

If any one in your family has an August birthday, plan something to give on that day like help or a donation.

Add Facts and Ideas of Your Own!