While the kids are outside....
Why don't you take the time to pitch out the clutter from their rooms. What soiled clothes can be turned into rags or given away now that the school year is ending? I have a particular pair of pink Capri's I've been eying as my new dust rag that is full of my 1st grade daughter's art room painting projects. Her love of Fairy figurines has also ended and I have the perfect 4 year friend that has been dreaming of more fairy dolls. My daughter has also learned to read and her old picture books she has outgrown can also be gifted to her 4 year old friend.
I always feel bad just throwing things away when I Spring/Summer clean. So, gifting to friends is a great idea. Unnecessary clutter can also be translated in terms of its purpose. Old wrapping paper makes a terrific banner palette on it's white reverse side for my daughter and her friends. Off it goes to her craft area where it will be used, enjoyed and then recycled after time.
Clean out your kids bathrooms. My seven year old no longer needs diaper cream or swim diapers. Unopened products can be donated to local shelters or given to child care facilities like churches and nurturing centers. My daughter no longer wants anything pink so away with the plethora of pink headbands taking up space under her sink! Her friend will love these too. So get busy! But take some time to relax too. Cleaning one cupboard a day is a heroic feat. Reward yourself with a sunset walk or a beautiful summer view. Remember -Simplify. Revive. Renew.