There are actually several things kids can do while in the confines of their house, especially if you have a bit of a backyard space to play around in. If not, don’t worry. This list is for any and everybody who has to keep kids busy all day.
Whether you want them to focus on using their imaginations, instincts, or educational insights, you’re sure to find something that will make the days fly by. But why limit yourself? Mix things up!
Who says being at home has to be boring? We don’t! Flip through the slides and see what activities you and your little ones can do first.
Just because the kids aren’t in school, doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be on a schedule! It’s imperative for children to stick to a routine as they grow. Routines give children a sense of stability and organization. They also form healthy habits like brushing their teeth, for example!
Enrolling your child into an online course is a great way for your child to continue learning while at home. There are several learning opportunities happening online. Some adults are even teaching children in a classroom-like setting as well.
Sesame Street is popular for a reason. Shows like it do an amazing job teaching their viewers as well as entertaining them. Who says learning can’t be fun? Parents can even get in on the fun as well.
Kick back, grab some popcorn, and relax with a movie marathon. Disney and Pixar have tons of kid-friendly movies to choose from. Maybe even have some conversation about what they did or didn’t like about the movie and why. Better yet, add in some trivia!
If you don’t have any workbooks laying around, the internet is right at your fingertips. Print off some math problems and other subjects for your child to work on from the comfort of their home. Make sure to be available for any questions that they might have.
This is always fun to do with the little ones! Maybe start off with simpler recipes such as cookies and cakes. Then graduate to various breads and biscuits. Before you know it, you’ll have a family bakery!
There are tons of board games to choose from: Chutes and Ladders, Candy Land, Monopoly, Scrabble, Life, Sorry, etc. The list goes on! It’s a great way to connect and engage with your children. Besides, it’ll keep them busy for hours.
Kids need to stay active too! There are a lot of ways to keep them on their toes: hide-go-seek, tag, racing, playing with the dog, playing catch, etc. Some kids have even taken to yoga! Give it a try. You just never know!
This is a great and private way for kids to express themselves. They’re able to relieve stress and expand their vocabulary. It’s also a great way to log that brilliant idea that’s been on their mind.
Many adults have expressed that there were certain things that they wished they had learned in school; skills that they come to realize are imperative in the adult world that they just weren’t taught in class. During this time, try your best to teach your kids the skills they need to master before adulthood.
Some ideas are how to properly do laundry, basic math skills such as calculating a tip, money management, basic repairs like changing a tire, self-defense, etc.
Now this is something that every child should do with their parent as much as possible. Particularly, if their parent is a good cook. But all levels are welcome! It’s the bonding experience that matters. Not to mention, it’s a skill that everyone should have.
Have you ever wanted to visit a museum but it was just too far away? You’re not alone. However, many museums are giving people the option to visit them from the comfort of their homes. Hey, it’s better than nothing!
Remember Miss Mary Mack? What about Patty Cake? There’s also the cup game, slide, and tic-tac-toe. All of these hand games require concentration and hand-eye coordination. Not to mention, they’re sure to put a smile on your child’s face.
Stuck inside and don’t have anybody to talk to? Hop on video chat to feel less lonely. It’s been quite a ride with technology over the years but many people utilize these platforms to get through tough times.
Feeling crafty? Make monsters out of tissue boxes! The best part is being able to design the boxes any way that your kids want! Find out how to do so here!
There’s nothing like a good old-fashioned treasure hunt to keep the kids busy. Just make sure that the prize is worth it in the end. That way, they might want to do it again!
Wanting to visit the zoo on a rainy day? Or maybe you want to see animals that you wouldn’t be able to see near you. Like the museums, you can go on virtual tours of zoos! Check out the Cincinnati Zoo’s live stream on their Facebook page at 3p. You can even check out the live stream of African wildlife!
You can really get your creative juices flowing with this one. You don’t even need a fancy camera to get it done. All you need nowadays is your phone and an imagination.
Because why not? Kids love doing this during the holidays so why not let them do it when they’re bored at home? Hanging a few lights around the house won’t do any harm. Instead, it just might up their mood.
Scrapbooking is fun! Especially when it involves photos. Kids love to see old photos of their parents and of themselves when they were younger. Scrapbooking is a great way to teach your kids about their history.
Unlike a treasure hunt, a scavenger hunt consists of a list of items for someone to find rather than a series of clues that leads to a prize. Also during a scavenger hunt, a person must find a certain number of items. Both are sure to keep the kids busy!
Just because your kids are at home, doesn’t mean they shouldn’t keep learning! Here are some experiments from Science Bob to get you started. He explains what occurred at the end of each experiment.
If your kids are young, it’s an even better reason to get them started in another language! Kids’ brains are still developing so the earlier they start, the better. That’s not to say your older kids, or even you, can’t learn. It just might take a bit more time.
Give your princess or prince the tea party for the ages. Make sure you come in the proper attire. You’re going to want to take a lot of photos. This leads us to the next slide…
Why not? Especially if you’re all together and are doing some of the listed activities. Hopefully, you and your children will look back on those moments fondly.
Gather the troops! It’s time for karaoke! Karaoke is a great family activity. It’s a chance for the different generations to expose the other to different types of music.
It’s an oldie but a goodie! It’s a chance for your child’s imagination to run wild! There are so many different things that can be made with play-doh. Just make sure nobody tries to eat it!
Have a kid who’s more musically inclined? If so, start them off by making a homemade banjo. Well, they aren’t actual banjos but they sure are cute and fun to make! See for yourself.
If the kids have been at home for some time, give them a few chores to do. Have them organize and clean their room. Who knows, they might enjoy it enough to want to help you.
Once they’re done with their rooms, see what clothes and other items that can be donated. Make sure they know that the items will be going to someone in need. They might be more apt to go through their rooms more often.
Now these are cool! Your kids are sure to enjoy putting these together. With a few items, their rooms will be transformed into a whole new environment! Try it out!
This is a relaxing way to pass the time. Ask your kids what they see. Create stories out of the designs and characters in the sky. Just because it’s relaxing, doesn’t mean it can’t be fun.
Ah, yes. Finger painting. Be prepared for a mess. The kids might accidentally wipe their hands on the table so just have a little patience with this one. The resulting artwork is always worth it.
Make sandwiches and have juice! Luckily, there won’t be any insects around to spoil the fun. We know how much bees like to show up to these sort of events uninvited.
Give the kids even more opportunity to use their brains. Allow them to try puzzles of different sizes to challenge them. Maybe brew a hot cup or joe and some hot chocolate for the two of you. Hopefully, you know which one is for who.
If you have some old white shirts laying around and they haven’t turned into dust rags yet, make them useful. In fact, anything that is white and not being used, like old sheets, would be fun to experiment with.
