Summer is awesome. All the free time is great, especially when there is no schedule and we can relax and enjoy each other. However, 15 minutes into the summer break you will probably hear the infamous line, “I’m bored!” We’ve shared 5 Ways to Beat the Heat and Colorado’s Best Beaches to help you get out and enjoy the warm weather. Now we want to share 10 ways to beat boredom!
- Pack a Picnic – Let the kids help you put together a picnic lunch or dinner. If you plan in advance they can help you plan a menu and shop at the grocery store.
- Visit the Library – Most libraries have a summer reading program with rewards. This is the time to explore and pick out new books. The best part is this is FREE!
- Check out a local Thrift store – Take the kids to local thrift store like ARC or Goodwill. There are always lots of things to look through and it is inexpensive. They may find a shirt or new to them toy or book.
- Movies & Popcorn – Pick out family favorites or even a classic to watch with the kids. Popcorn and candy make this a great way to spend a rainy afternoon.
- Card Games – Grab a few decks of cards and try some of these kid-friendly card games.
- Wash the Car – Get the kids involved in keeping the family car clean. They will love splashing around and you get a clean car out of the deal!
- Write a Family Newsletter – Let your kids create a family newsletter to share what is happening in the house. They can illustrate, create their on columns, and you see what they think is important enough to add to the news.
- Shaving Cream Fight – A few cans of shaving cream and a water hose. It’s soap and water, so technically you’re finished with bath time as well.
- Make a Hula Hoop Hideout – This is a super easy hideout you can make with dollar store finds.
- Create an Art Box – Plan ahead for bored kids by putting an art box together. Check out this idea with stuff from the dollar store. Kids can paint, color, cut, and paste until their heart is content.
