Do you have a family? Of course, you do. You’re reading this on the internet! That means that there is some device within your reach that can be used to access the entirety of human knowledge about anything imaginable, and at least one other person nearby not only with his device but also an even less practical way for him to make use of it.
You are surrounded by people who love you unconditionally, who play with you when you are young, teach you how to read new languages, protect you from danger, accept all your faults, yet give helpful suggestions towards improvement. But they are the same kids who criticize every decision made because mommy didn’t buy them an ice cream cone or daddy has forbidden them from watching another episode of Adventure Time.
6 Great Ideas For Things That Will Be Fun For Your Kids
You can’t get rid of them, and you shouldn’t want to. They are the most important people in your life! But sometimes, when they ask you yet again if they can come along with you and play Minecraft or watch movies on Netflix instead of going out to do fun activities with everyone together as a family, it’s hard to remember that. This is why we’re presenting you with six great ideas for things that will be fun for your kids and all other members of the family, too – even mommy and daddy! (Warning: Some activities may require parent supervision.)
Go Outdoors
It may surprise you, but the world outside is pretty awesome, and there are tons of fun things to do, especially when you get away from the city and go out into the forest or by the sea.
You can build a treehouse in one of your backyard’s beautiful old trees.
Or camp somewhere lovely and cozy overnight, making memories that will last forever! When you wake up at sunrise with the birds singing their songs just for you, it makes you feel like anything is possible. And if that doesn’t sound good enough, we suggest going fishing: you’ll get some fresh air and possibly some food too.
Make Your Own Adventure
Every child likes to play pretend, and every parent wants to help their children learn and grow, so this activity is perfect for everyone! You can set up a treasure map in your backyard or basement and send everyone on an adventure to find the treasure! That’ll be fun, right? Well, at least for you.
Here’s how it works: you get a sheet of paper, draw a few pictures on it to make your little map – just some lines that will look like roads, maybe this is where they walk or climb something or jump over anything. Then write down some clues – not only to the location of the treasure but also how to play along with the game too! And then let your imagination run wild because it’s not hard at all! Remember when you were a kid playing pretend and imagining yourself running around being someone else who was brave and strong? You can do that again.
Play Board Games
Not many people today know how to play an actual board game, which makes the activity both fun and familiar at the same time. You can find tons of great board games online for free, so this one is perfect if you’re strapped for cash. And it doesn’t have to be just a one-time thing either: there are lots of games out there, so you could try playing a different one every week or month as a family activity depending on your preferences as well as everyone’s availability too – maybe Monday night will be Monopoly and Friday night will be Cluedo. Some games can turn into long adventures where each player has a more robust character with every victory. Even if you don’t want long-term fun, why not try a different one each time? You could play any of the games in our previous article here.
Attempt an Escape Room
Most people spend so much time inside that they probably haven’t even done many activities like this before either – which means everyone’s going to have tons of fun trying something new. The 60-minute escape game is one of the most immersive, unforgettable experiences you will ever have. The clues are hidden in cleverly themed rooms and puzzles that require both logic skills as well as a little intuition to solve them all before time runs out. The thrill seeker within us craves these types of games because they offer an adventure like no other – solving mysteries with just enough difficulty so there’s never any guessing what might be next on our journey through intrigue.
Visit a Heritage Site
Do you live somewhere that has lots of nature and heritage sites? If yes, then this one’s great because it not only allows everyone to have fun but is also educational. There are many heritage sites around the world, all with their quirky facts about the past. Even if your old hometown is boring as heck, there will probably be at least one site nearby where you can go for a visit as a family – like an abandoned factory or a castle ruin. Sometimes these places might even have activities going on, especially in holiday time, so make sure to check what’s going on near you beforehand!
Get Creative Together
It doesn’t matter whether you’re terrible or awesome at drawing or painting – getting creative is always fun no matter what. Your kids might show you a few new tricks or even teach you how to draw something for once, and you can return the favor too! If everyone’s feeling motivated, why not also try writing a story together? It doesn’t have to be Shakespeare – just sitting down with your family and coming up with some adventure that all of the characters go on will be enough.
And that concludes our article. We hope you found these activities fun and educational for yourself as well as your family.
Jessi is the creative mind behind The Coffee Mom, a popular blog that combines parenting advice, travel tips, and a love for all things Disney. As a trusted Disney influencer and passionate storyteller, Jessi’s authentic insights and relatable content resonate with readers worldwide.