Help! My Kids Are Bored.  Blossom Blog – Help! My Kids Are Bored
It’s summer… and there’s a pandemic. So, it’s no surprise that parents are feeling a little desperate to find ideas to keep their kids busy. I thought I’d share a few of my ideas with you. Here it goes… Educational/Fun Podcasts We have an Echo Dot in our kitchen that is perfect for listening to podcasts. It’s great for entertainment while cooking dinner or doing art projects. Here are some great podcasts just for kids:
Artist-Inspired Fun Mix a little education in with that art. Pick a famous artist with your child and then go BIG with an oversized art piece. Try this idea: A Car Ride with Audible We’ve been taking a lot of car rides lately to get out of the house and have a little change of scene. Add in a great audiobook to let the imagination run wild. Here are some ideas: Plant a Pasta-Themed Garden In a large pot or container, plant all your favorite pasta dish ingredients. The options are limitless: basil, mini zucchini, and tomatoes; chilies, Thai basil, and eggplant; peppers, onions, and garlic; spinach, broccolini, and chives. For more themed garden ideas, visit: Learn a Regional Cooking Style Explore exotic flavors and create theme nights by cooking around the world. Here are a couple of fun resources: Online Classes I’m partial to Outschool.com since I offer classes there, but really there are endless options for all ages and interests. Handwork Projects I always think of great handwork projects, but by the time I gather all the necessary items, it just seems to be too much money and effort. But I just figured out that you can buy great project kits that include everything you need, and they’re very affordable. Here are a few that I’m going to try: Make a Fairy Garden With the world feeling a little sideways right now, what better way to get grounded than to make a fairy house or garden with your kids? These creations can be made simply with items collected around your house or yard. This project can keep kids engaged for days with scavenger hunts to find materials, drawing up plans, and designing their own furniture with clay or wood. You can even plan a tiny fairy tea party when they are done. There are limitless possibilities! Get inspired:
Whatever you decide to do to keep your kids busy this summer, just remember—it’s all about building memories. They’ll never forget the time you spend together, no matter what you are doing. Happy summer! P.S. For more homeschooling ideas, go to Blossom Learning.
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