Cool Summer Activities

Perfect for afternoon sprawling, this kid-size adirondack chair is made of 100 percent sustainably harvested and FSC-certified wood. In yellow (shown) and five other colors. ($69; potterybarnkids.com)

An eco-friendly way to chill out? Accordion-fold a three-foot length of sturdy wrapping or craft paper about four inches wide, starting at the narrow end. Glue an ice-pop stick inside the fold on each end to form handles. Glue sticks together; decorate with paper cutouts, ribbon, or glitter.