Summertime facts for kids

Summertime usually means the time of year when it is Summer. Summer is one of the four main seasons, known for its warm weather and longer daylight hours.

But "Summertime" can also refer to other things, like famous songs, movies, or even a way of telling time.

Summertime in Music

Many artists have created songs or albums called "Summertime." These songs often capture the feeling of the season, with themes of fun, relaxation, and warm days.

Famous Songs Called Summertime

• "Summertime" (George Gershwin song): This is a very famous song from the 1935 opera Porgy and Bess. It's known for its beautiful melody and is one of the most covered songs in history. Many different singers have performed it.
• "Summertime" (DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince song): This popular hip-hop song from 1991 is by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince (who later became Will Smith). It talks about enjoying summer activities.
• "Summertime" (Beyoncé song): Released in 2003, this song by Beyoncé features P. Diddy. It's a fun, upbeat track about summer love.
• "Summertime" (Kenny Chesney song): This country song by Kenny Chesney came out in 2006. It describes classic summer experiences like driving with the windows down.

Other Music Titles

• Summertime, a song by Diana Ross from her 1987 album Red Hot Rhythm & Blues.
• Summertime, a 1998 single by the group SKAMP.
• Summertime, a song by Bon Jovi from their 2007 album Lost Highway.
• Summertime EP, a short music collection by the band The Subways.
• Summertime, a 1971 album by Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass.

Summertime in Movies and TV

The word "Summertime" has also been used as a title for movies and television shows.

Movies and Shows

• "Summertime" (1955 movie): This classic movie stars Katharine Hepburn. It tells the story of an American woman on vacation in Venice, Italy.
• "L'Heure D'été" (2007 movie): This is a French movie, and its English title is Summertime. It explores family relationships and art.
• "Summertime" (1934 cartoon): This old cartoon by Ub Iwerks was shown on the TV show Pee-wee's Playhouse. It's a fun, animated short.

Summertime and Timekeeping

Sometimes, "Summer Time" refers to a special way we adjust clocks during the warmer months.

Daylight Saving Time

• Summer Time: This is another name for Daylight saving time. It's when clocks are moved forward by one hour in spring and then back by one hour in autumn. The idea is to make better use of natural daylight. By shifting the clocks, evenings have more daylight, which can save energy and give people more time for outdoor activities after work or school.

See also

In Spanish: Summertime para niños