See what to do during school holidays with children Credit: Disclosure What to do during July school holidays: summer camps and what can't be missed in children's backpacks July holidays last an average of four weeks. For many families, balancing this period with their work routine is a real challenge. The good news is that the market for activities for children has grown significantly in recent years, and summer camp options are more varied, accessible and organized than ever. Before going to the activity lists and backpack checklist, a practical point: if there is still something missing to equip the children for the month, Drogal's holiday offers bring together useful products for this period, from personal hygiene to skin care. What is a summer camp and why it works well? Summer camp is a program of activities supervised by monitors, aimed at children and teenagers during the school break. It works in a single or full-time shift, in spaces such as clubs, associations, schools, farms and cultural centers. The program usually includes sports activities such as rappelling, trails, zip lining, water games, workshops on popular games and games, body expression, crafts and educational activities. Each space has its own format, but the common objective is to offer structured fun with qualified support. For children, the gain goes beyond fun. Summer camps carry out recreation and also activities that work on the child's cognition in the areas of motor, language, perception, attention and memory, through manual work, reading, play and games. For working parents, when choosing, it is important to prioritize that the environment is safe, supervised and stimulating to leave their children while they complete their professional journey. What to put in the backpack: checklist by age group Regardless of the type of activity, a well-assembled backpack makes a difference in children's daily lives during the holidays. Check out what you can't miss: For all ages: Swimwear and extra change Towel Bottle of water Snack and fruit (when not included in the program) Rubber slippers for the pool For older children (from 6 years old) The Brazilian winter has days of strong sun, and outdoor activities such as swimming pools or sports require protection. An age-appropriate SPF sunscreen should be in your backpack and reapplied throughout the day, especially after water. Dermatologists' guidance is a minimum SPF of 30, with UVA and UVB protection, for children's use. For children who go to swimming pools Chlorinated pool water dries out hair and can irritate the skin of children with more sensitive skin. Children's shampoos with a gentle formula, such as those from the Johnson's Baby line, available at Mundo Infantil da Drogal, help remove chlorine and maintain scalp hydration after baths. A children's moisturizer in the after-pool kit is also a good option. For younger children Anyone who is taking young children on trips or to play areas needs a complete kit: diapers, wet wipes, children's toothpaste with fluoride in the right dose for their age group and a soft toothbrush. All of this is available in Drogal's line of children's products, with specific brands and concentrations for babies and children in the dental development phase. Options for July 2026 Summer camps in July take place throughout Brazil, with different age groups and formats. Some references for those looking for: Sesi offers activities for children aged 5 to 10. Dates tend to vary depending on the activities. Sesc usually opens free or low-cost colonies in several cities, with recreation, cinema and cultural activities for children aged 6 to 12. Camps and farms offer immersion experiences with contact with nature, swimming pools, sports and group activities. Packages usually last one week and include meals. Sports associations and clubs also promote their own camps with themed programming. It's worth checking the options in your city, as many take place in July with registrations opening weeks before. Most require that the child is already potty trained to participate. Always check the requirements of each program before completing your application. Other recommendations are to avoid sending children with electronic items, identify the little ones' belongings and that each one has their own bottle of water. Tips for parents before signing up Visit the space before signing up, when possible, to get to know the environment and staff Check if there is a nurse or fire brigade on site during the activities Talk to the child about what will happen, especially if it is the first time in the camp Confirm the mandatory items on the program list, as each camp has its own Avoid enrolling the child in very long camps without them having had similar experiences before, so as not to generate unnecessary anxiety The summer camp should be a space in which the child feels good and don't be forced to go, so it provides teachable moments while the family rests easy knowing the children are safe and having fun. Drogal is an exchange point for World Cup stickers: check the days! Eliane Messias Rodrigues, responsible pharmacist for Drogal. CRF/SP 43,895