So I’ve been researching into things to do with my kids at home if another lockdown is put into place.
Thought I’d share my ideas, hopefully give someone some inspiration and motivation if we are stuck back indoors.
- Get busy in the kitchen
I’ve found that my kids love getting involved in the kitchen, whether its baking cakes, making dinner or just helping make a salad. There’s many things that can be made with limited mess or clean up after. Heres a few of the easiest ideas….
*blend up the leftover fruits into a smoothie and pour into lolly moulds and freeze…or simply enjoy as a smoothie
*choco rice krispie cakes. All kids (and adults) love these…win win all around.
*tuna pasta lunch….nice as easy and involves little use of the hob so I let the kids mix the tuna and mayo whilst I put the pasta on
*make designs like their favourite characters using fruit and veg for snacks. They will love designing and then eating!
*homemade individual pizzas with kids own choice of toppings. If u don’t want to make the base use a naan bread for ease!
- Painting!
Cover the table with a messy mat and get your aprons ready….time for some messy fun!
We often go on a walk and then paint the objects we find, ie rocks, leafs, sticks etc. Alternatively get a range of different brushes and sponges and see what your young artists produce!
- Have a small family party.
Get the party food out and music blasting….why not celebrate this precious time with our kids! The best part is you arent even breaking the rule of 6!
- Make a den
We had hours of fun making dens as kids. With the weather getting chilly why not get den building in the living room. We love to use the sofa cushions as walls and drape blankets over the top. Let your imagination run wild and see what you can create! I’ve found its also a fun place for them to do their homework or read a book!
- Do a nature walk
The initial lockdown me appreciate my local area so much more than ever before. Have a search on trip advisor and see whats the great outdoors holds for you in your area! Might be an idea to pack a picnic for lunch to save having to rush home.
- Have fun with playdough
Grab the playdough and see who can make the best looking playdough cakes! If you want to be even more creative make the playdough yourself.
- Get reading with ebooks
With the libraries being shut during the initial lockdown, I found loads of resources that offers free ebooks. These included amazon, Google play books, the Oxford books website. My local libraries was always able to offer ebooks so might be an idea to see whats on offer at your library.
Have fun!
By Mandeep Rai Kent
Mandeep Rai Canterbury 