IDEAS FOR SCREEN-FREE ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN

In this digital age and during the world’s lockdown response to Coronavirus, your kids are bound to be surrounded by computers, smartphones, and televisions. Show them that it’s possible to have fun without any screens involved and carve out boundaries to keep the overuse of technology from interfering with healthy development.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES 

1. Go for a walk. Make it a habit to take a walk around the neighbourhood after dinner. Walking is a gentle form of exercise your children will be able to do anywhere with no special equipment needed.

2. Toss a Frisbee. A Frisbee makes it fun to move around—even your dog can master the rules. For more variety, stock up on other simple toys such as hula hoops and jump ropes.

3. Plant a garden. Grow your vegetables and flowers. Gardening teaches your kids where food comes from and how to work with others.

4. Take a dip. Having an in-ground pool isn’t the only way to enjoy the water. Let your kids run or ride their bikes while you spray a hose around them.

5. Once the Coronavirus shutdown is over, visit the library. Libraries are community gathering place. In addition to bringing home books, check out the calendar for special events.

6. Camp out, practice talking with your kids. Pick a campground that suits your idea of roughing it or, during Coronavirus, sleep in your backyard. Toast marshmallows and tell ghost stories.

INDOOR ACTIVITIES

1. Make music. Your kids probably know how to stream music, but can they play an instrument or sing? Introduce them to the joys of expressing themselves through music.

2. Do crafts. Collect household items or visit an art supply store, so you have supplies on hand to do arts and crafts anytime. Practice making origami animals or holiday ornaments.

3. Play board games. Pull out your old favourites or shop for new versions. Spend an evening with Monopoly as a family instead of watching a movie.

4. Put on a play. Create your productions. Turn a large cardboard box into a puppet theatre. Read a game out loud with each family member taking a different role.

5. Cook dinner. Prepare meals together. Even small children can rinse fruit or tear up salad greens.

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