It’s time to put those school shoes and backpack way in the back of the closet! The summer is here and so are the school holidays! The kids are rearing to go, but then it hits you … how are you going to keep them busy all summer long? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here are 30 things you can do to keep the kids busy and happy during the holidays.

 

1. Picnics (inside or out, no matter the weather)

 

 

2. Berry/fruit picking

 

 

3. Take them to a show/live performance

 

 

4. Bake cookies and sweet treats

 

 

5. Get crafty and make your own Christmas presents

 

 

6. Take part in a park run

 

 

7. Visit a Christmas market

 

 

8. Spend the day at the beach

 

 

9. Go on a hike

 

 

10. Volunteer at a local animal shelter

 

 

11. Book a cruise (on the sea/river/dam)

 

 

12. Go on a train ride along the shore or in the countryside

 

 

13. Make-your-own pizza night

 

 

14. Have a movie night

 

 

15. Learn a new skill (eg. surfing or painting)

 

 

16. Have a MasterChef cook-off in your own kitchen

 

 

17. Put on a puppet show

 

 

18. Host a quiz night

 

 

19. Bust out the board games

 

 

20. Play a round of mini-golf

 

 

21. Build an obstacle course in your living room or the backyard

 

 

22. Visit the museum

 

 

23. Have a pamper day at home

 

 

24. Try a science experiment

 

 

25. Make a bug hotel for the garden

 

 

26. Visit a farm or zoo

 

 

27. Plant a veggie/herb garden

 

 

28. Invite some friends for a karaoke party

 

 

29. Rediscover the magic of a library

 

 

30. Do a DIY day

 

And there we go, that should keep them busy for a while!

How do you deal with busybodies during the school holidays? We’d love to hear your tips and tricks!

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