Published 16:02 IST, September 25th 2019
Vacation Activities for kids that will make the holidays fun!
Vacations are fun times for kids, it is when they get to spend free time with their friends and play to their heart’s content. Read on for more children's games
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Vacations are the most memorable times for children, it is when they get to spend free time with their friends and play to their heart’s content. But for parents, the picture can be a little different. Arranging or suggesting games and activities that children will like can be a task, as they will complain about being bored if they don’t find the activity fun anymore. We have listed some fun activities that will also help children learn new things. You can choose the activities that your kids will like.
Solving big jigsaw puzzles:
There are big jigsaw puzzles available in stores that you can get for children. These puzzles are cheap, reusable, and great to pass time. Puzzle-solving will keep kids engaged for a long time and will improve their attention span. Additionally, it is proven that puzzle-solving can boost cognitive, problem-solving, and logical reasoning skills.
Painting with fingers:
This is a great activity for kids because it is fun and requires very little materials. Finger painting has many benefits. It is a sensory experience that involves senses such as touch, sight, and smell. This creative activity will evoke positive emotions and feelings of self-expression in your kids. Tip: Make sure that the paint that you are using is safe for children.
Watching a movie together:
This is an easy-to-put-together activity that everyone loves. Watching a movie with your kids brings the whole family closer. It can also stimulate conversation while ensuring entertainment.
Cooking or baking:
Cooking or baking with your kids helps them develop an important life skill. It enhances motor skills and focus, and also encourages kids to eat healthy foods.
Make a blanket fort:
Most children love blanket forts. You can use blankets and duvets to make this fort more inviting, throw in some pillows, and hang some lights inside the fort.
These activities will not only make the holidays fun, they will also help strengthen the bond between you and your children.
13:01 IST, September 25th 2019