Winter Fun: Boredom Busters For Kids
Winter fun! The words bring to mind playing in the snow and drinking a nice hot cocoa afterwards. But what happens now that the holidays are over, there is no snow to frolic in and the days are just long and dreary? Don’t worry I have some winter fun, boredom busters that will keep the kids amused all winter long.
Sometimes we all need to get a little creative in the activities department. The holidays have passed and there’s only so many times the kids are willing to play even their newest toys before boredom strikes. That’s ok, a little creativity will bring a lot of excitement your way. Just take a look at some of my tips and you can improvise to suit your style.
Winter Fun: Boredom Busters For Kids
Winter Fun: Animal Lovers Dance Party:
Keep the pjs’ on, cue up the music and put on these Cozy Phones headbands and your crew will be ready to rock out all afternoon.
What does the fox say? That cozy phones rock!
Suggested Playlist: The Lion Sleeps Tonight, Rockin-Robin, The Chipmunk Song, Roar, Hound Dog, Rock Lobster, Evey of the Tiger, Three Little Birds. What Does The Fox Say? and Hakuna Matata. That las one isn’t really animal themed but kids will recognize it from the Lion King and it’s as happy go lucky as you can get!
Cozyphones 3-in-1 Wireless Headphones double as a sleep mask and headband. They come in 4 adorable animal styles including a fox, kitty, panda and unicorn. The headbands are washable and much
Winter Fun: Blues Buster Read Aloud and Cocoa Chat-
Gloomy days can put a frown on even the happiest kid’s face. Heat up some hot cocoa, put in a bunch of marshmallows and read “Pablo Gets the Grumps” out loud. This sweet picture book by Natalia Shaloshvili touches upon big feelings in a gentle way. It reminds us that no matter how grumpy we get, friends and family are there to turn the day around.
There are so many other books that ignite insightful conversations with the kids. Here are a few of our favorites that we read this past year:
Good Hair by Yvonne Sewankambo- Explores the power of self-love and revels in the unique beauty of everyone no matter what their hair type.
Just Like Millie by Lauren Castillo- Explores themes of shyness and anxiety.
Together by Laura Manaresi- In a world where people are often divided by perceived differences, it can be easy to forget all the commonalities we share. This gentle book reminds us that we are stronger together.
Winter Fun: Wildlife Lovers Tea Time-
Make some chai or boba tea together and take a “Virtual journey” around nature. There is so much to learn about the animal kingdom but learning does not have to be boring. Read a little, chat a little, snack a little and dish the tea ro create a fun, informative afternoon!
Some of our other favorite books about the animal kingdom that we have read this year Include:
Wildlife Crossings by Catherine Barr is a a compelling picture book about threatened animal species around the world, among them elephants, hedgehogs, spoon-billed sandpipers, gibbons, salmon, grizzly bears, and cougars.
The Den That Octopus Built by Randi Sonenshine- Did you know that octopuses have nine brains, including one in each of their independently operating arms? You are going to learn so much in this fun, colorfully illustrated read.
Winter Fun: Squishy, Sensory Sing Along-
Get the tunes cranking and put out the Needoh! Time to sing and squish to satisfy the soul. You can take the play list from above or try out the one below. Either way once you get your hands busy squishing and shaking your groove things with these Needoh classics you may not want to stop until spring!
Suggested Playlist:
Twist and Shout, Shake it Off, Shake, Shake Shake, MMMBop, Can’t Stop the Feeling, Happy, I’m A Believer, Everything is Awesome, Let’s Twist Again.
Remember there are no rules. Make your own itinerary and your own hours of fun!
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