You don’t have to break the bank to keep the kids entertained. A little creativity goes a long way! The kids are out of school.
The weather outside is cold and miserable. Keeping everyone entertained over the winter holidays can feel like a chore, but luckily, we have a few creative and budget-friendly ways to keep little ones (and even teens) busy indoors during their winter break.
Learning That Doesn’t Feel Like School
Just because they’re out the classroom doesn’t mean they can’t learn something new. Many of the things you’ll need for fun science experiments might be sitting in your pantry. Think volcanoes made with baking soda and vinegar or growing beans in a jar. Science Fun is a great resource for simple, safe ideas that make learning feel like play.
Enjoy a Movie Marathon
Just want to veg? No problem! All you need is a couple of blankets, homemade popcorn and a streaming subscription to enjoy a family movie marathon from the comfort of your couch. Rotate picks so everyone gets to choose a favourite film.
Host A Family Bake-Off
Turn your kitchen into the set of your own baking show. Cupcakes, biscuits or even vetkoek are all fun to make - and easy on the wallet. Give each child their own task and judge the results together. Bonus: there’s a delicious reward at the end!
Indoor Camping Adventure
Pitch a tent in the lounge or build a fort using blankets and pillows. Pack snacks, tell stories by torchlight and breakout everyone’s favourite board or card games within your cosy setup. It’s a great way to spark imagination without leaving the house.
Get Artsy And Craftsy
Set up a crafting station using whatever you already have at home - paper, glue, scissors, crayons, buttons, fabric scraps. There are endless DIY videos online to guide projects like paper lanterns, sock puppets, or recycled robots. It’s a low-cost, high-creativity win.
Keep On Moving
Movies are great. Eating the spoils of your bake-off is delish. But don’t forget to keep it moving. Set up a daily family challenge with simple movements like jumping jacks, frog jumps, hula-hooping, or even a freeze dance competition. Again, YouTube has loads of free family-friendly fitness videos and just 15 minutes a day can boost everyone’s fitness levels and moods.
Planning Ahead Pays Off
Creating memories doesn’t need to cost a fortune. With a bit of planning winter school holidays can be full of fun, learning, and connection. Also, just like how having a plan for the school break brings peace of mind, so does having the right life insurance in place. MiWayLife offers affordable life cover that helps protect your family, regardless of the weather. Why not get a quick obligation-free quote today? You could stand to win a R5000 Joma Sport voucher and next time you have a family fitness challenge, you’ll all win best dressed!
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