This is my first post under my "new" profile! I participated here MANY years ago, but my oldest 4 kids have all graduated, and I still have a 13 year old. (Couldn't find my old information, as I was using a different email way back then!) Anyhow, my 13 year old son is, for all practical purposes, an only child. His next oldest brother is 19. We are dealing with significant boredom right now. Yes, he does schoolwork, but most of his current courses are ended for the year. I need something more than, "Oh you're bored? Here's a chore for you to do!" What are you guys coming up with for at-home, self directed activities for boys this age? Computer related ideas are OK, but I'd prefer more activities that do not require electronic devices. Are there any really good activity crates, self-led science concepts, etc...that your sons enjoy spending time on? So far, we're scheduling friends to come over once weekly, we're getting a dog later in June, we're joining our local community center in June, he'll be working on his cooking merit badge, and he'll be working on CodaKid coding online. He's also doing some reading to prep for an argumentation/debate class this fall. Second half of summer he'll be participating in a local acting group. Swim team was cancelled for the summer :( Any and all suggestions welcome! Lisa MayberryMom