It’s time to put those school shoes and backpack way in the back of the closet! The summer is here and so are the school holidays! The kids are rearing to go, but then it hits you … how are you going to keep them busy all summer long? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here are 30 things you can do to keep the kids busy and happy during the holidays.
1. Picnics (inside or out, no matter the weather)
2. Berry/fruit picking
3. Take them to a show/live performance
4. Bake cookies and sweet treats
5. Get crafty and make your own Christmas presents
6. Take part in a park run
7. Visit a Christmas market
8. Spend the day at the beach
9. Go on a hike
10. Volunteer at a local animal shelter
11. Book a cruise (on the sea/river/dam)
12. Go on a train ride along the shore or in the countryside
13. Make-your-own pizza night
14. Have a movie night
15. Learn a new skill (eg. surfing or painting)
16. Have a MasterChef cook-off in your own kitchen
17. Put on a puppet show
18. Host a quiz night
19. Bust out the board games
20. Play a round of mini-golf
21. Build an obstacle course in your living room or the backyard
22. Visit the museum
23. Have a pamper day at home
24. Try a science experiment
25. Make a bug hotel for the garden
26. Visit a farm or zoo
27. Plant a veggie/herb garden
28. Invite some friends for a karaoke party
29. Rediscover the magic of a library
30. Do a DIY day
And there we go, that should keep them busy for a while!
How do you deal with busybodies during the school holidays? We’d love to hear your tips and tricks!
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