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Summer Camp: 19 Fun Care Package Ideas

These fun items will make a great addition to your kids' summer camp care package.

Summer Camp: 19 Fun Care Package Ideas

Friendship bracelet kit

Cement friendships with this handy kit. The compact tin includes thread, an instruction booklet and pins.

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Mad Libs

What kid doesn't love the silly word game of Mad Libs? No, seriously. We can't think of a single kid.

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Mini walkie-talkies

There are so many things your kid can do with these two-way, mini walkie-talkies and he'll love you for that. Just don't forget to pack the batteries!

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Camp bunk box of questions

It's like a game of 20 questions, but camp style! This kit comes with 42 camp question cards that will surely help break the ice between your kid and her fellow campers.

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Glow sticks

Want to send your kid a party in a box? Include this 44-piece glow stick kit in her care package so she can have a party with her buddies.

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Fun earphones

Most camps allow screenless iPods. Let your kids enjoy some quiet time in style with these fun earbuds.  Where to buy: earbuds,

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Waterproof camera

Have your kid capture special moments on land or underwater with this disposable, waterproof camera.

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Tattoos

Say yes to temporary ink with these fun, non-toxic tattoos.

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Rubik's Cube

Rainy days were made for tricky-to-solve puzzles. Your little camper and his cabin mates will thank you.

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Magnifying bug box

Little explorers can get up close and personal with the bitty critters that roam their camp.

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Hair chalk

Fun, flashy and totally washable, hair chalk is a surefire hit.

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Spot It!

Fun for the whole cabin, this simple but fast-paced game is fun for all ages.

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Gel pens

Who can resist sweet smelling gel pens? Handy for writing letters home, too.

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Camp journal

Have your kid write down all of his camp adventures in a cute woodland-themed notebook that doubles as a keepsake.

Summer Camp: 19 Fun Care Package Ideas Photo: Stinson Paper Company

Wiper glasses

Kick rainy day blues to the curb with these fun glasses.

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Stickers

It doesn't get better than cupcake-scented scratch-and-sniff stickers! Plus, your kid can stick these in her journal!

Summer Camp: 19 Fun Care Package Ideas Photo: Indigo

Butterfly sun catcher

Rainy days call for a DIY craft and your kid will definitely love making this one.

Summer Camp: 19 Fun Care Package Ideas Photo: Indigo

Paper boat

Making your own paper boat is fine and dandy, but it's much better when it powers up on its own to reach maximum distance in the water.

Summer Camp: 19 Fun Care Package Ideas Photo: Urban Outfitters

Colouring book

This intricate and beautiful colouring book will have your little one inspired to learn more about the wilderness.

Summer Camp: 19 Fun Care Package Ideas Photo: Indigo
This article was originally published on Jul 07, 2016

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Amy is a freelance writer and editor based in Toronto, Ontario. Her work can also be found in publications like Chatelaine, Toronto Life and The Globe and Mail

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