- Bubbles! Good old fashioned , easy fun! Make your own too. Here’s a recipe.
- Board games or cards. Classics like Go Fish and Candy Land are fun for all ages.
- Classic outdoor games. Tag, hopscotch, jacks – all of these simple games take little time to set up and bring smiles.
- An art box. Throw all you can in there and pull out whenever you feel like getting crafty.
- Lemonade stand. Raise the money for ice cream, or do it regularly and donate to a cause you love.
- Plant a garden. Kids will enjoy watching what they plant, bloom.
- Set a book goal and reading log. For some ideas, check these out.
- Walk. A few times a week, add a walk to your day with the kids.
- Plan a picnic. Your backyard is a perfect destination, or venture out to a spot you love.
- Write a letter. Send a family member or friend a note from your child, It can be a picture too.
- Scavenger hunt. Easy items around the house can be used for this, on a rainy day, bring it indoors.
- Bake cookies. From scratch or a box, the fun is in the cooking.
- Make icepops. Here are a few recipes to use.
- Stargaze- grab a blanket and stare at the sky
- Local library events. Many offer music, stories and crafts.
- Local concerts. Check your local county and parks. Many offer free concerts and some movies too.
- Neighborhood park. What’s more fun than a swing ride and slide!
- Local sporting events. Baseball and other community events may be available , many of these are very affordable.
- Dance party. Grab your favorite song list and show your kids your moves while burning some calories!