5 at-home activities to keep the kids entertained

As a parent, keeping the kids entertained at home can feel like a daunting task – but it doesn’t have to be!

You can turn your home into a hub of fun and excitement for your kids, whether it’s a rainy day, an early finish day at a Grandir UK nursery, or you’re just looking for ways to keep them engaged indoors.

Here are five at-home activities to keep the kids entertained no matter the occasion:

Indoor puppet show

An indoor puppet show is a unique way to have some fun indoors, and your children can craft every part of the process.

First, the puppets have to be created using old socks or paper bags, alongside using other crafts to create their faces.

Help your children create a simple stage using a cardboard box, or even a sheet draped over a table.

Then, you can sit back and watch as your child performs their personal story or one that they want to reenact to enhance their storytelling abilities and have some fun!

Build a fort

Your child’s imagination can run even wilder by creating an indoor fort that will serve as hours of fun!

To build this fort, they can gather blankets, pillows, and other pieces of furniture to make it their own cosy getaway.

They can bring in their favourite books and toys to create a snug reading nook, and they can play to their heart’s content.

Building this fort will help your children foster their creativity, and not only can they enjoy their new fort – but you can too!

Game time

You could even bring a family games night to your little one’s fort, where your kids can pick from a variety of games for a big gaming session.

You could even help your kids to create their own game for that personalised touch – alongside promoting teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Gathering together as a family to play these games strengthens family bonds, whilst creating lasting memories for all!

Indoor treasure hunts

Another way to bring the fun indoors is to transform your home into an adventurous treasure hunt zone!

You can create clues or even a map to lead your children to hidden treasures and treats, keeping your child entertained and waiting for the next clue!

They can put their problem-solving hats on as they search around your house with excitement, anticipating what will come next…

Family talent show

What’s a better way to finish a day of indoor activities than with a family talent show?

Your kids can showcase their talents, whether that be performing a range of magic tricks, singing, dancing, or telling jokes that will have everyone belly laughing.

It’s also a great way to get the whole family involved in showcasing their unique talents, and you can all vote for the winner who can win a prize (and bragging rights)!

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Here are just five ways to enjoy some indoor fun with your children, so what’s first on the list?