Well, your kids have been home more vacation days than still allotted. Today could be a journal day. Your younger kids can draw pictures of their experiences on vacation. Older kids can journal their experiences. This helps them get grounded and remember school is coming soon.
I sent home a journal one summer for students to chronicle their days off during the summer. Non – verbal students can draw and parents can help them write a word or two to help them explain the pictures.
Students who use journaling, help practice their skills in reading, writing, handwriting, speaking and thinking.
I hope this helps!!