5 Ways to Entertain the Kids This Summer

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With summer here, the sun is out and school’s out, so now you have it in your job list to entertain the kids for the couple of months break. If you’re wondering how to keep them happy and your sanity intact, you don’t have to worry. 

Because whether you’re at home or you’re heading out, there are plenty of fun and simple ways that you can keep the kids entertained in the summer. Here are 5 ideas to make this summer one to truly remember.

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• Take a break at a holiday park. Nothing says summer like a getaway, and a holiday park break is the perfect choice for families. You’ll find pools, playgrounds and entertainment with kid friendly activities all in one place. It’s like a mini adventure without the stress of long haul travel or getting on a plane. Plenty of holiday parks are located near beaches or countryside areas too, so there are plenty of opportunities for fresh air and exploration.
• Create a backyard water park. You don’t need to have a fancy setup to beat the heat. With a few sprinklers, A paddling pool, and maybe a slip and slide, you’ll be able to turn your backyard into the coolest place on the block. You can get the kids to design their own water park with different zones and games, inviting some friends over to have a splash zone and an afternoon of giggles.
• Host a mini Olympics. If you’ve got competitive kids or parents, organising a mini Olympics is one of the most fun things that you can do this summer. Set up events like a sack race, a tug of war or obstacle courses. Make medals out of cardboard and foil and get everyone in the neighborhood involved. You’ll burn off some energy, have a few laughs, and maybe even start a new summer tradition.
• Start a summer project jar. Keep things spontaneous with a project jar. Get everybody involved with filling it with ideas, such as building a fairy house or baking cookies. Let the kids draw one every few days to keep the excitement alive and then if everyone puts their ideas into the jar, you can draw one out a day. This gives them a sense of control and helps to fight off the dreaded I’m bored moments.
• Create a scavenger hunt. If you have local woods or even a park nearby, a walk over becomes instantly more exciting with a checklist of things to find. Funny shaped rocks, ladybugs, leaves, flowers, you name it, the kids will love it. Turn it into a game with prizes or time challenges. Not only will they stay active, but it also helps kids to appreciate the little things in nature.

You don’t have to jam-pack your kids’ summer with expensive trips or endless screen time. Get a little bit of creativity under your belt and have an adventurous spirit, and you’ll find that they’ll have an unforgettable time away from school filled with laughter, quality time and discovery.