Looking to end the school year on a high note? Try one of these cool ways to mark the start of summer—whether they're headed off to camp or the family vacation.

Firsts and Lasts, in Pictures

Take a photo of your kid going off to her last day of school, then line it up side-by-side with the pic you took on her first day of school. Look how much she’s grown!

Welcome to Summer!

Make a big deal of the transition from school to summer by decorating the front door with streamers and balloons. Once he walks through—summer begins!

Wearable Yearbooks

Make a signature T-shirt!  All you need are fabric markers and a blank top, or buy a pre-printed shirt that kids can sign. Last Day Autograph Shirts, KatzCloset. $14.99, katzcloset.etsy.com 

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