{"id":8686,"date":"2018-03-15T10:01:14","date_gmt":"2018-03-15T17:01:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.silverdolphinbooks.com\/?p=8686"},"modified":"2019-03-11T11:02:41","modified_gmt":"2019-03-11T18:02:41","slug":"20-spring-break-staycation-ideas-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.silverdolphinbooks.com\/blog\/2018\/03\/20-spring-break-staycation-ideas-for-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Spring Break Staycation Ideas for Kids!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Not traveling anywhere for Spring Break this year? It can be a bummer for the kids (and parents!), but it doesn\u2019t have to be! We\u2019ve put together a list of ideas for a fun-filled staycation with your kids. Let your kids help choose their favorite activities and then schedule your week of fun together. Staying home doesn’t have to be boring!<\/p>\n

1. Get outdoors as much as possible.<\/p>\n

Go on a hike together as a family. Incorporate a nature scavenger hunt for even more fun!<\/p>\n

2. Read!<\/p>\n

Here are some reccomendations perfect for springtime:<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>\"\"<\/a>\"Wild<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

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3. Go camping.<\/p>\n

Find a campsite nearby or camp out in your own backyard. Grab the sleeping bags, pop up a tent, and make a bonfire, complete with s’mores and ghost stories!<\/p>\n

4. Have a movie night at home.<\/p>\n

Each child can pick their favorite movie to watch. If you really want to get creative, you can make movie tickets and set up a concession stand with candy and popcorn.<\/p>\n

5. Get some exercise in.<\/p>\n

Go on a bike ride around your neighborhood or play a sport like soccer or basketball as a family.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>6. Have a craft day.<\/p>\n

Our Creative Kits<\/a> include instructions and materials to create all kinds of fun crafts, from hair braiding to rock painting. Download a free hair braid tutorial and learn more\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

7. Visit your local park.<\/p>\n

Pack a picnic and make a whole day out of it. If you have multiple parks in your area to choose from, make it a goal to visit them all!<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>8. Complete a puzzle.<\/p>\n

Journey across the country (without leaving your home) with Jigsaw Journey Smithsonian: The 50 States<\/em><\/a>\u00a0and learn all about the United States along the way with state trivia and fun facts!<\/p>\n

9. Spend the day at a children’s museum or science center.<\/p>\n

Be sure to check online or call ahead beforehand, as some places have certain days of the month with reduced or free admission.<\/p>\n

10. Have a family game night.<\/p>\n

Break out all your favorite board games and snacks! Invite friends over for some more friendly competition.<\/p>\n

11. Bake something!<\/p>\n

Let your kids pick a recipe to try and bake some cookies or other delicious goodies.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>12. Complete an activity book.<\/p>\n

Around the World with Baxter<\/em><\/a> is filled with fun activities like mazes, doodling, coloring, and more!<\/p>\n

13. Have a pizza party!<\/p>\n

Who doesn’t love pizza?! Order in or buy all the ingredients and have the kids make their own. Bonus points for having a make-your-own ice cream sundae bar for dessert!<\/p>\n

14. Visit a local farm.<\/p>\n

Visiting a farm is educational and entertaining for kids and adults! Do a little research to see if any farms near you offer personal tours.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>15. Learn about something new.<\/p>\n

Have fun while learning with\u00a0Build the Human Body<\/em><\/a>. See the human body like never before through colorful illustrations, fascinating facts, and by building your very own human skeleton!<\/p>\n

16. Go for a family drive.<\/p>\n

Create a fun playlist with the kids, pack up some snacks, and check out the local sights. You never know what you’ll see along the way!<\/p>\n

17. Volunteer at a local charity.<\/p>\n

Show your kids the importance of giving back while donating food to a local pantry, cleaning up a park, volunteering at an animal shelter, or any other local charity you’d like to support.<\/p>\n

18. Spend a day by the water.<\/p>\n

Visit a nearby beach, lake, or pool. If there aren’t any in your area, break out the sprinklers or set up a slip & slide in your backyard and bring the water to you! Invite friends over to share in the fun!<\/p>\n

19. Have a spa day at home.<\/p>\n

Get some relaxation in. Gather up any supplies you have (nail polish, face masks, bathrobes, slippers, etc.) and turn your bathroom or living room into a spa.<\/p>\n

20. Try a new restaurant.<\/p>\n

To make it even more exciting, step outside your comfort zone and pick somewhere that serves a type of food you’ve never tried before.<\/p>\n

Most importantly, make the best of it and HAVE FUN!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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