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In just under two months, the six-week school holidays will start, meaning lots of parents are looking for some new and unique ways to keep their children entertained in a healthy and constructive way. While it would be easy to plonk them in front of the TV, this won’t stimulate them and encourage their learning. Plus, after being in lockdown for what seems like a century, families are desperate to get out and about. Here are some ideas from an independent school in Somerset to get you started.
Arrange a Scavenger Hunt
Children enjoy a fun challenge, and a scavenger hunt is a chance for them to explore nature and hang out with their friends. Prepare a list of things you’d like them to look for, like certain types of flowers or leaves, feathers, rocks, and bark etc. Whoever finds all of the items on the list could win an exciting prize!
Go Biking
If the weather’s nice, you could all go to your local park and take a bike ride. Lots of places allow you to rent bikes if you don’t have your own and you could take a picnic and make a day of it. It’s important for your child to exercise during their break because it allows the body to release endorphins that make us feel good and reduce stress.
Visit the Seaside
There are many beautiful beaches across the UK and taking a trip to the seaside will give your family a much-needed change of scenery. There’s lots to do at the beach, from swimming to ball games, or collecting shells, searching for fossils or exploring rock pools.
Go to a Museum
Learning shouldn’t come to a complete standstill during the school holidays and there are ways for your child to learn without them even realising it. For days when the weather isn’t on your side, you could visit a museum or an art gallery, which are usually free of charge and fun for all!
Obviously, there are hundreds of other things you can do during the school holidays to keep your youngsters entertained, from arts and crafts and board games, to baking and BBQs. You could even ask them for some help in the garden and encourage them to grow their own vegetable patch. Having fun doesn’t necessarily come at a cost, so bear that in mind when planning your days.