I know all of us mothers have heard this expression so many times a day! After a long winter being cooped up, now we are pulling our hair out finding things to do to keep the youngin's busy. I pulled out my Utah Mama's handbook for some ideas. Granted I know many of you aren't in Utah, but it will help with ideas and Im sure where you live have many of the same places.
Story Times: Most public libraries have story time. Check your local library for listings and times.
Volunteering: What a better way to teach your kids about serving others than volunteering!
Did you know....
- Youth who volunteer are more likely to do well in school, graduate and vote. - UCLA 1991
- Young people who volunteer just one hour or more a week are 50% less likely to abuse drugs and engage in at-risk behavior. - Americas Promise 2001
- 89% of households give to charities each year
- 44% of American adults volunteer
Many programs plan annual fund-raisers, auctions, walk-a-thons, races or large scale service projects.
In Utah you can go to http://www.informationandreferral.org/ It will give you information on serving in your community.
When you are stuck inside on a rainy or snowy day, here are some kid friendly websites:
Scholastic Newszone
This is the homepage for all the editions for Scholastic News Online. The homepage is updated daily with the days news, sports, special events and polls.
Penpal Box
Kids wishing to write to other kids can find a penpal by going to this website. Always monitor penpal relationships to make sure they are safe and legitamate.
Noggin
Lots of activities for kids including Sesame Street games.
National Geographic for Kids
From the famous National Geographic is a website with articles, games and quizzes for kids.
Bank High School
Older kids learn how to manage money, how banks can be of assistance, how stocks and bonds boost savings, what credit is, how to buy a car and finance it.
Government for Kids
The White House, its history, moments of the Presidency, states, careers, the treasury, etc.
Check out these kids cookbooks and have fun in the kitchen!
The Healthy Body Cookbook- Over 50 Fun Activities & Delicious Recipes for kids
by Joan D'Amico and Karen Eich Drummond
Have Fun!
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3 comments:
I love this post. I ALWAYS need more ideas for my bored kids. The penpal company you listed is actually out of business now. But, I found another one, www.studentsoftheworld.info. Of course, I would NEVER let my child have a letter/email writing relationship with anyone unless I was closely monitoring it (making sure it wasn't some perv in disguise!) But, my kids would love to have a little friend in Austrailia or what have you.
Good work, ole buddy.
Hey that's an awesome post! I did one similar but with a few different ideas. I'll give ya the link.
Stopping by via SITS. Have a fantastic day!
http://whoputmeinchargeofthesepeople.blogspot.com/2009/03/keep-your-sanity-this-spring-break.html
You are a life saver. We've been on spring break early due to weather. Thanks for the ideas.
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