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SHARK WEEK: Three Things It Can Do For Your Family

July 15, 2019 by Katherine Wolfe 73 Comments

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SHARK WEEK 2020 airs August 9-August 16 on the Discovery Channel 

Whether you are a homeschool mom who tries to never let a learning opportunity pass, a public school dad looking for ways to get your kids to stop staring at their electronic devices or a grandma trying to entertain the littles for a week away, SHARK WEEK is the answer to your problem! 

Revered in entertainment circles due to its THIRTY-TWO years on the air, SHARK WEEK is also considered a staple among many average households. Chores are put on hold, beach vacations are avoided and memes abound as boatloads of families gather around the TV to enjoy viewing multiple hours of shark-infested waters together. 

If your family is not one of them, you need to put your aversions to sharp teeth and killer jaws aside and jump in! “But why,” you might ask,  “What can SHARK WEEK do for my family?”

Read on to find out! 

ONE: SHARK WEEK Is FUN for the Whole Family!

Even if you don’t consider watching Great Whites and Hammerheads to be a FUN way to spend an evening, there are loads of other ways to turn SHARK WEEK into FUN for everyone!

 

Singing songs doo-doo-doo-doo-doo!

Break out an old version of the campfire song or find a hip new video version on You Tube! Either way, the song Baby Shark  is not only about  an entire family of sharks, it is FUN for the Whole Family and will surely make everybody want to dance and sing!

 

Making shark-shaped quesadillas!

If you were crafty prior to the advent of Pinterest, you can probably come up with some awesome ways to eat your way through SHARK WEEK without any help. But if you’re not naturally crafty {like me}, you can find these uber cute shark quesadillas over at  Food Network.  You can also find shark cookies, shark pudding cups, shark banana pops, shark cupcakes and a fruit & cheese display with a shark-shaped watermelon. That sure sounds like some yummy FUN for the Whole Family to me!

 

Wearing shark-themed jammies!

Nothing says FUN for the Whole Family quite like a pajama party! But, not just any pajama party; it needs to be a shark-themed pajama party! Whether you get a classic set from Lands End or a set of full-on shark themed onesie pajamas, there’s a size and style for everyone! Sleep not required!

 

TWO: SHARK WEEK Is EDUCATIONAL for All Ages!

Some families send their kids to educational camps and academic tutors because they worry about the “summer slide” causing their kids to lose whatever skills they acquired during the school year. Other families aren’t quite as regimented and like to “sneak in” learning opportunities by making available clever toys and games and hoping their kids take the bait. And some families don’t even think twice about learning over the summer and believe that a simple read aloud at night fits the bill. Whatever style of parenting you rock,  you should know that SHARK WEEK offers an amazing variety of  opportunities that are EDUCATIONAL for All Ages!

 

Creating shark art projects! 

Pinterest abounds with ideas for shark-themed art projects. From rock painting and flip flop wreaths to paper plate pictures and sensory bottles, there truly is something for everyone that I would file under “art EDUCATION“.  You can fairly easily paint, draw, cut out and mold sharks because their body form is so simple in design. But, if you have family members that are more advanced and adventurous, Pinterest has loads of ideas including paper mache, watercolor, nail art and more that you can find here.

 

Building shark models!

As is practically mandatory with all boy households, we have a gazillion Legos in our home that we use for several EDUCATIONAL purposes.  I’m sure we’d be able to construct a shark fairly easily with those fun, colorful bricks but making a 3D model that includes an awesome view of a shark’s inner workings brings that EDUCATIONAL benefit to a whole new level! This particular Great White Shark Anatomy Model includes more than 20 separate, easily identifiable body parts and is way less expensive than your typical Lego set. 

 

Learning the science of sharks!

Learning about the science of sharks is not only EDUCATIONAL,  it is also fun! Sharks are super cool creatures with really interesting features as this  Super Sharks Fact Pack explains {which you can get right here on my site.}  You can also snag a  Super Sharks Coloring Pack that’s perfect for little ones! If informational text, writing prompts and coloring pages isn’t your idea of EDUCATIONAL fun, you can also find several science projects online including how to make your very own Sharknado and learning how sharks float. Between those three options, there is something EDUCATIONAL for All Ages and abilities! 

 

THREE: SHARK WEEK Is a BONDING Experience!

BONDING over sharp toothed eating machines might seem like an odd suggestion but research shows that the average family spends less than 40 minutes participating in any sort of BONDING EXPERIENCE together each day.  So, if cartilage-infused predators is what brings the whole family together, go for it! Your kids won’t forget it and they’ll learn a thing or two along the way. 

 

Reading shark books together!

Just a quick glance over at Amazon will show you that there are hundreds of shark books from which to choose, but when it comes to BONDING with kids, a book that combines facts AND humor is the way to go. We can always depend on The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library to teach our kids some amazing non-fiction facts through humor and rhyme. Where else can you read…

“We never find bones

because sharks don’t have those.

Sharks are made up of cartilage

just like your nose!

Cartilage helps sharks

to turn and to bend

and to move through the water

much faster, my friend!”

You can find Hark! A Shark!   here  on Amazon along with hundreds of other options. In addition to Amazon,  Usborne and More always has amazing non-fiction books that includes at least one shark title. 

 

Visiting an aquarium together!

This BONDING EXPERIENCE obviously requires more time, money and energy than most of our other suggestions. But visiting an aquarium can be a wonderful BONDING EXPERIENCE for all ages. Last year we visited the Aquarium of the Bay in San Francisco and had a lovely time observing sharks, octopuses, otters and more. Aquariums are usually smallish in size which make them much more feasible for small kids and elderly grandparents alike. Plus, they aren’t as exhausting as outdoor zoos and allow time in the same day for other BONDING EXPERIENCES like lunch, shopping or naps! {We actually managed to attend a SF Giants ball game after our aquarium experience.}

 

Watching SHARK WEEK together!

This suggestion is obviously not tech-free nor is it hands-on but watching SHARK WEEK together can be a fun BONDING EXPERIENCE nonetheless. Our family has found that when we choose to purposely sit down and watch something together, it can be as much of a BONDING EXPERIENCE as a trip to the zoo or dining out. The key is to not do it haphazardly but rather to be intentional about it. And, if you add in one or two of the above suggestions before/after/during one of the shows, the result will be a FUN, EDUCATIONAL and BONDING EXPERIENCE they’ll never forget! 

You can find the entire Shark Week schedule and loads of details here. 

SHARK WEEK 2020 airs August 9-August 16 on the Discovery Channel


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Comments

  1. Haley Kelley says

    July 15, 2019 at 9:50 am

    My daughter loves seeing anything and everything about shark week!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 15, 2019 at 11:22 am

      It is always loads of fun!

      Reply
  2. Malia says

    July 15, 2019 at 10:28 am

    Woah, talk about getting the most out of Shark Week! I’d have never thought of all of these additional family fun activities (shark-shaped quesadillas?!? awesome!).

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 15, 2019 at 11:20 am

      I know, right? Those quesadillas look cute, yummy AND easy. Win win win!

      Reply
  3. Rachel DeMello says

    July 15, 2019 at 10:36 am

    Those quesadillas are cute! 🙂 My kiddos would LOVE those. Great idea!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 15, 2019 at 11:21 am

      Aren’t they super cute? And without 1000 ingredients, they are simple and shouldn’t result in kids melting down over icky foods!

      Reply
  4. Suzan says

    July 15, 2019 at 1:16 pm

    What wonderful ideas to celebrate the week! Fun for all 🙂

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 19, 2019 at 11:21 pm

      Fun for the whole family!

      Reply
  5. Michele says

    July 15, 2019 at 1:32 pm

    My daughter has been obsessed with Shark Week for years! Those are such great ideas to pair with watching!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 15, 2019 at 5:56 pm

      I hope your daughter enjoys something new from the list!

      Reply
  6. Jane says

    July 15, 2019 at 1:49 pm

    What a perfect and fun activity for the kids. Such a great idea! Those quesadillas are fun!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 15, 2019 at 5:55 pm

      And they look easy and yummy too!

      Reply
  7. Kate says

    July 15, 2019 at 2:46 pm

    WE love shark week! I’m kind of glad that we will be going to the beach the week before though:) These are great ideas to involve the entire family. Thanks.

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 15, 2019 at 5:55 pm

      Yeah, never plan a beach vacation right after Shark Week! Good call, Kate!

      Reply
  8. Maria says

    July 15, 2019 at 3:26 pm

    Shark week! My favourite tv week of the year. It’s great education, and helping them understand how vital sharks are to the ecosystem is important.

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 15, 2019 at 5:54 pm

      Very true!

      Reply
  9. Melissa Jones says

    July 15, 2019 at 5:04 pm

    I have never been into shark week…but those are some great ideas! I’m going to share them with my daughter for our grandkids!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 15, 2019 at 5:54 pm

      I hope your daughter’s family finds some fun SHARK WEEK things to enjoy!

      Reply
  10. Angela says

    July 15, 2019 at 6:04 pm

    My kids are still into sharks – so is hubby and maybe he needs those jammies! haha! Thanks for all the fun and educational suggestions.

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 15, 2019 at 8:28 pm

      If you subscribe to my email list, I’ll send you my Super Sharks Fact Pack for FREE!

      Reply
  11. Stacey says

    July 15, 2019 at 7:29 pm

    We love Shark Week! It’s a holiday in our house. We have our Shark Week attire all ready to go!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 15, 2019 at 8:27 pm

      If you subscribe to my email list, I’ll send you my Super Sharks Fact Pack for FREE!

      Reply
  12. Heather says

    July 15, 2019 at 8:21 pm

    I took a screenshot of the lineup. Thanks! I plan on watching this with my kids. Sharks fascinate me.

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 15, 2019 at 8:28 pm

      They are certainly fascinating creatures! Enjoy!

      Reply
  13. Tricia Snow says

    July 15, 2019 at 9:55 pm

    What great ideas! I never thought of this for shark week!

    Reply
  14. Kendra says

    July 15, 2019 at 10:28 pm

    This is AWESOME! I love those quesadillas! So cute!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 16, 2019 at 9:16 pm

      And simple to make too!

      Reply
  15. Jennifer says

    July 16, 2019 at 10:48 am

    My kids love shark week! I’m totally making those shark quesadillas! Thanks for the ideas.

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 16, 2019 at 9:15 pm

      Thanks for reading it! Enjoy!

      Reply
  16. Ramae Hamrin says

    July 16, 2019 at 11:48 am

    I used to read shark books with my kids when we were homeschooling. I never knew about shark week though! You have a lot of creative and fun ideas in this post!

    Reply
  17. Jennifer Morrison says

    July 16, 2019 at 11:56 am

    I love how much fun you added to the Shark week!!! We have always watched, but never included special food, arts or trips. We will have to step it up as we begin watching now with grandkids.

    Reply
  18. Karla says

    July 16, 2019 at 1:21 pm

    I did not know there was a shark week. I’m all over this!!!!!

    Reply
  19. Peejay says

    July 16, 2019 at 2:45 pm

    OMG! i totally thought about a different shark week… my baby loves Baby Shark. I didn’t know there is such thing as shark week. My boy will love this.

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 16, 2019 at 9:15 pm

      Shark Week is for ALL ages! I hope your family enjoys it!

      Reply
  20. jen says

    July 16, 2019 at 2:58 pm

    OMG I LOVED this! Totally going to make shark quesadillas!!!!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 16, 2019 at 9:14 pm

      Aren’t they cute? And so simple and yummy!

      Reply
  21. Robin says

    July 16, 2019 at 4:17 pm

    What great ideas for families!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 16, 2019 at 9:12 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  22. Wendy Hammock says

    July 16, 2019 at 5:11 pm

    I am an empty nester now but this still sounds like fun.

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 16, 2019 at 9:13 pm

      You should watch some of the scheduled shows for Shark Week!

      Reply
  23. Magan says

    July 16, 2019 at 7:04 pm

    Great ideas for families with little ones!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 16, 2019 at 9:10 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  24. Jen says

    July 16, 2019 at 8:20 pm

    And now Baby Shark is stuck in my head!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 16, 2019 at 9:10 pm

      Ha ha, sorry!

      Reply
  25. Mama Writes Reviews says

    July 16, 2019 at 10:22 pm

    OMG I just LOVE those quesadillas! My son has requested a shark/ocean birthday this year, and I’m soooooo doing these for his party!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 19, 2019 at 11:20 pm

      You should check out that link for the food. They had a variety of cool food/drink items! It was actually a pretty varied menu!

      Reply
  26. Jenna says

    July 16, 2019 at 10:24 pm

    We’ve never watched any part of Shark Week, but you make it sound so fun! We don’t even have cable to watch it!

    Reply
  27. Donna | The Upward Blip says

    July 16, 2019 at 11:03 pm

    Wow! You are so creative! I have never thought of celebrating shark week this big! Love all your fun activities! Such a fun time to spend with your kids, that is for sure!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 19, 2019 at 11:19 pm

      Indeed! That is the best part!

      Reply
  28. Nicole Cruze says

    July 16, 2019 at 11:30 pm

    Great ideas for shark week!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 19, 2019 at 11:19 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  29. Sarah Althouse says

    July 17, 2019 at 8:10 am

    I look forward to Shark Week every year and even introduced my four month old to it last year. haha

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 19, 2019 at 11:12 pm

      Then I think he/she is old enough for a shark quesadilla this year! 😉

      Reply
  30. Junell DuBois says

    July 17, 2019 at 10:40 am

    What fun ideas! I love the Quesadilla idea. My youngest loves sharks! Can’t wait for shark week.

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 19, 2019 at 11:06 pm

      And those quesadillas are cute and easy too!

      Reply
  31. Christina Furnival | Real Life Mama says

    July 17, 2019 at 11:15 am

    Smart to utilize shark week innso many ways!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 19, 2019 at 11:06 pm

      Thanks! I hope people can find something from the list to enjoy!

      Reply
  32. Cindy says

    July 17, 2019 at 3:22 pm

    This is a fresh take on Shark Week! Lots of fun suggestions. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 19, 2019 at 11:00 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  33. Cathy Creech says

    July 18, 2019 at 1:36 pm

    I love shark week! You have some great ideas for family fun. I no longer have little ones at home but I still love shark week and going to aquariums. Great post!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 19, 2019 at 10:59 pm

      Thanks! You could always get some shark pjs to go along with the shows!

      Reply
  34. Gina Abernathy says

    July 18, 2019 at 2:42 pm

    My favorite way to watch sharks is to visit an aquarium. You can get up close and personal, yet stay safe and cool at the same time! 🙂

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 19, 2019 at 10:58 pm

      Absolutely a great way to watch them….and they don’t attack anything at aquariums either!

      Reply
  35. jehava says

    July 19, 2019 at 11:45 am

    My kids love watching this so much!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 19, 2019 at 10:57 pm

      Yay! I hope you try out some of the activities I suggested too! Enjoy!

      Reply
  36. Annette Durbin says

    July 19, 2019 at 11:23 pm

    This is AWESOME!!! I love doing learning units like this!!

    Reply
  37. Jordyn says

    July 19, 2019 at 11:49 pm

    Those shark quesadillas are too cute! We love shark week in our household.

    Reply
  38. Ruth Iaela-Pukahi says

    July 23, 2019 at 11:48 am

    Oh my gosh this is such a cute and fun post! I love it! We don’t have cable, do you think some things would be available through their website? Or maybe they can hang out with my mom who has cable. 😉 I have to go back to work next week, so it’s perfect!!!

    Reply
    • Katherine Wolfe says

      July 31, 2019 at 1:56 pm

      That’s a great question about their website. You’d sure hope so! Have a good week back at work!

      Reply
  39. Kate says

    July 26, 2019 at 6:50 pm

    Oh my gosh, those shark quesadillas are killing me. I’m going to have to make those for my kids sometime this summer!

    Reply
  40. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

    July 26, 2019 at 10:40 pm

    Okay. The shark quesadillas are just about the cutest thing I’ve seen! Lots of creative ideas here!

    Reply
  41. Devon Bernthal says

    July 27, 2019 at 11:44 am

    The Shark Week quesadillas are such a cute idea! It’s great to see so many ideas that can be done as a family.

    Reply

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