Trying to keep 3 kids busy is a full time job (and so is blogging!).
Lately I’ve been super busy and the kids have been super crazy and life has been a bit rough. (did you see my no yelling challenge post?)
So we worked together to come up with 25 activities that THEY think are fun (and most are free too) and wrote them on sticks.
Each time they have a good day, or we just have a free extra hour, they can choose a stick out of the jar and we will do that activity.
It’s a fun way to let them have a little control over their lives and to remind me to be more present.
How to Beat Boredom
1. Read a book
2. Draw a picture
3. Play dinosaurs
4. Hunt for rocks
5. Feed the ducks
6. Play a game
7. Go on a picnic
8. Ride a bike
9. Go to the park
10 Go to the library
11. Play hide and seek
12. Play puzzles
13. Go outside
14. You choose dinner
15. Build a fort
16. Make cookies
17. Write a letter
18. Plant a seed
19. Play Legos
20. Play video game for 30 min
21. Watch a movie
22. Go on a hike
23. Write a story
24. Play Minecraft for 30 min
25. Play with a friend
This was just our list. Make sure that you involve your child in creating your own list so it’s something fun for them.
Also here’s a free printable for you to decorate your own activity jar.
How do you best beat boredom at your house?
