The summer holidays are nearly here, and as the long summer days stretch ahead of you, it might seem like an impossible task to keep your kids entertained without turning to screens and devices. Luckily, we are here to help! Here are some simple and creative ideas to keep your children occupied and entertained.
Do it yourself
Why not get your kids to make their own playdough, or slime? There are tons of easy recipes online like this and this, which you can follow to help your kids make some colourful playdough and stretchy slime. And once they are done, you’ll get some peace as they sculpt and craft.
Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
Gather the kids together, give them a checklist of things to find outdoors and unleash them in your garden or the nearest park. A dried leaf, a spider, a chirping bird, a pink flower– have them tick off what they spot. They are guaranteed to have fun and learn with this activity.
Explore your city
Play tourist in your own city this summer. Take the children to a famous landmark in your locality, a well-known park or a walking tour of a historical site or building. Both your kids and you will learn something new about the city you live in.
Kiddie Olympics
Set up some outdoor activities for the kids and their friends. You can organize a lime-and-spoon race, a mini obstacle course, a crab race, hula hoop competition. The options are endless when it comes to outdoor games. This is a great way to get children moving and get some fresh air!
Learn more!
Children are obsessed with everything from planets to dinosaurs. Borrow some books on the subjects that interest them from the local library, and then take them to the planetarium or museum to learn more. They will have a magical time and you will ignite a love for learning in them.
Cooking 101
Introduce your kids to the joys of cooking with simple recipes. You could have them help pound the roti dough and cut out some fun shaped rotis. If it’s a rainy afternoon, bake something together. Get the children involved in the kitchen by having them wash fruits and vegetables, mix together a salad or spoon out ingredients. It’s never too early to learn the basics.
Creative Clothes
Buy some white cloth and give your kids some fabric paint and let them get creative. You can turn the decorated cloth into clothes for their dolls and in the process, teach your children about the basics of sewing. Another cool idea is to use cloth to do a tie-and-dye project with the kids. There are some excellent tutorials online that can guide you through the process.
Children’s theatre
Have the kids and their friends get together and put up a play. They can be in-charge of the story, acting and directing. Have them use things around the house for props and costumes. Once they are ready, they can perform their play for friends and family. It will be a lovely evening at the theatre for all!
Build a quiet corner
Have your kids put together an indoor tent or fort. Give them cushions and sheets to build it. Let it be their Zen zone. It can be the space where they pretend play, colour, work on puzzles and read. The children will be occupied and you will get some quiet time as well.
Last but not least…
Summer Camp
By sending your kids to summer camps, not only will they be engaged, they will also socialize with their peers and learn new skills. At Amelio’s summer camps, your children will be exposed to a range of activities and subjects—everything from robotics and photography to art and nature—taught by experts. Learn more about our facilities and resources and give your kids a summer to remember!