CONNECTOR.AE 28 CONNECTOR.AE 29 Kids And Education Kids And Education Keeping Kids Busy Over Spring Break! School holidays are always eagerly anticipated, and as most schools will soon go off on spring break, children will definitely try to make the most of their holidays. Rather than kids running around creating havoc at home, the best way to keep them busy is by giving them great activities to take part in. Be it indoors or outdoors, there is something for every child to enjoy. AT HOME: Keeping children occupied does not have to mean taking them out to different places, and there are a lot of amazing activities to keep them busy at home, instead of spending the whole day in front of the television or on electronic devices. By prepping the night before and leaving it out for the children to see and use, they can start enjoying the activities from the moment they get up, and then talk to parents about it when done. These activities are sure to be a fun experience for all. 2. Sensory Play: For toddlers or preschoolers, one of the best ways to stimulate their brain and develop their language and motor skills while also letting them have fun is through sensory play. A great way to incorporate sensory play is through sand. Place colourful sand in a tub and give kids bottles, caps, toy shovels, beach toys and more and let them explore the different texture and colours. Clay is another great way to keep them engaged and create things using their imagination. 3. Art and Crafts: There are so many forms of arts and crafts available from colouring, painting drawing, charcoal art and more, this activity is great for all ages, a fun way to keep a child busy. Art is also known to help people express how they feel and with the right tools is sure to keep children busy for hours. A great way also to bond with a child is by getting in on all the fun, and joining them as they create their art pieces. 4. DIY Experiments: Children have a curious mind, so why not put it to the test and let them get answers to their questions through experiments. Perfect for older children, these types of activities allow a child to explore their creativity. Types of activities range from making a working volcano, launching a rocket or creating a protective layer to prevent an egg from breaking. It is also a great experience for siblings to bond and come up with ideas together. 1. STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM for short) is a great tool to use to incorporate in activities for kids. The learning method helps provide real life experience to children and allow them to come up with solutions. Some fun activities for kids to enjoy is oil spill, stop motion animation video, play with kinetic sand and more. 5. Time Capsule: Who has not tried to capture memories and encapsulate it to open up in a few years time? Children can make the most of the holidays by enjoying fun daily activities. With each daily activity completed, take a picture and write a note, and at the end of the holiday, children can create a time capsule and add all their memories to open be it in a year’s times or even ten. With children home for a short break, it offers the perfect opportunity to hone in on some skills and incorporate learning with fun.
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