School holidays are the perfect time for your little ones to recharge before the beginning of a new school term. They are also a great opportunity for families to spend time together and try new things. From family road trips to indoor game nights, there are many ways to keep your bundles of joy entertained during school holidays.

 

Understandably, finding fun activities to try without breaking the bank can be challenging. Here is a list of affordable and fun activities you and your kids can try out during the school holidays.

 

Go on daily walks

Going on a walk and discovering new places is a refreshing way to spend a morning or an afternoon. To familiarise your little ones with their neighbourhood, try a new trail every time you walk together. Pointing out landmarks on your way home could make your daily walks interesting. Taking walks will also be beneficial for you and your bundle of joy’s health.

 

Spend the afternoon at the park

Kids love meeting and playing with other kids. Spending the day at your nearest park will help your children maintain a social life under the safety of your supervision. Parks also have fun rides such as slides and swings, which are guaranteed to keep your kids entertained. To ensure that your kids get to play at the park for as long as they would like, pack some snacks for the trip.

 

 

Painting

This is a great way to keep your kids entertained while nurturing their creativity and saving money. You will simply need paintbrushes, paint, white paper, and water. This is also a good chance to teach your children how to mix primary colours to get different secondary colours.

 

Host a talent show

Kids love showing off their special abilities. What better way for them to express their talents than a talent show? From singing and dancing to performing magic tricks, allowing your little ones to showcase their talents will boost their confidence. Make the experience memorable by inviting their friends to take part.

 

Playing some board games

Board games have been proven to improve a child’s ability to identify colours, count spaces, and develop hand-eye coordination. Now is the perfect time to pull out those games, which have been idle in the cupboard for months. Playing board games will keep your kids entertained while increasing their brain function.

 

 

Play hide-and-seek

Take it back to the basics by playing a good old game of hide-and-seek with your bundle of joy. Hide-and-seek is a fun and inexpensive way to keep your kids entertained. As a precautionary measure, set some ground rules about which areas are off-limits for hiding while playing the game.

 

Bake some goodies with your little one

Kids generally enjoy baking and being part of the food-making process. Make the baking process fun by asking your little one to mix the dough, shape the pancakes, or select the most suitable toppings for the baked goods. Doing this will keep them entertained while teaching them new skills.

 

 

Make friendship bracelets

Kids value their friendships. What better way to show this than by helping them make friendship bracelets? Invite your little one’s friends over for this fun DIY activity. Making friendship bracelets will help your child improve their fine motor skills while teaching them to appreciate their friendships.

 

Have a movie marathon

Disney has a variety of child-friendly movies to keep you and your little ones entertained. To make the movie marathons worthwhile for your kids, allow them to select their own movies. Since we’re currently in winter, it is also a good idea to snack on some popcorn and cuddle under a warm blanket while watching movies.

 

Read story books

Ensuring that your little one reads even during school holidays is essential. Pick out some of their favourite books and encourage them to read. To build their interest, read along with them and show great enthusiasm; this will motivate them to read and keep them entertained.

The most important thing about school holiday activities is that they should be fun. It’s the perfect time to bond with your little ones, try new things, and make good memories.