One of the many things that make us human is our ability to stay hopeful and optimistic even during the darkest of days. Time and again we show resilience and overcome situations by focusing on helping one another and going back to enjoying the simple things in life. 2020 has again thrown a curveball at everyone in the world with the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the seriousness of the situation, most of us have found ways to stay safe and healthy.
As staying indoors has become the new norm, households all around the world are now bustling with activities to keep all the family members, including children, healthy, happy and occupied. With zero options for outdoor activities, everyone is looking for ways to enjoy quality time at home with fun indoor activities.
So in this blog, we have put together an interesting list of fun activities you can enjoy with your family while staying safe and indoors.
Classic board games
Board games are a traditional choice of indoor entertainment which we all grew up playing. Even today, it is a timeless option to have fun indoors with your whole family. Stock up on board games, cards and puzzles like Snake and Ladder, Ludo or Monopoly, Chess, Carroms, Uno and Jenga and get your whole family together for a game night. Indoor games like these can be super fun as it brings along a sense of friendly competition.
Art and crafts
If you want your children to enjoy art and crafts, this quarantine period is the best time to introduce them to it. Instead of just getting the materials for your children and leaving them with it, why not join them? Draw, paint or try your hand at crafts like clay modeling or origami. There are numerous videos online that teach you to paint and do fun and unique crafts. So pick up the right tools and sit down with your young ones to have exciting art and crafts sessions.
Movie time
Everyone loves a good movie. With a lot of great movies available online, for example on Netflix or on other streaming service portals, get your family together for entertainment-filled movie time. Choose from animated favorites like ‘Frozen’ or ‘Finding Nemo’, live-action like ‘Lion King’ or simply an oldie like ‘Home Alone’. Watching a movie is not just about enjoying what’s on the screen, but also about spending quality time with your family. So get the popcorn and fruit juices out and huddle up in front of your TV!
Indoor treasure hunt
Want to keep your little ones busy on their feet while you get some work done? Try setting up a fun indoor treasure hunt for them! Leave notes and clue cards in different places around the house. You can hide exciting collectibles and prizes in drawers, cabinets or under the mattress. Include entertaining puzzles or even math or science questions for them to solve, adding a little educational twist to the game. An indoor treasure hunt can keep your children occupied and let them have a lot of fun!
Cooking together
When everyone is home, it calls for a feast! Children love cooking, especially baking. So hand your little ones an apron and ask them to join you to bake a cake or some cookies. Start with something as simple as an easy to make cheesecake. Children can be messy, but remember that is all part of the fun and learning. Let them get hands-on with the mixing and making process. All you have to do is to help set the oven.
Karaoke with favorite songs
If you and your family enjoy singing, why not hold a karaoke night? There are many karaoke systems available in the market which are perfect for a small house party. But if you prefer not to spend on a system, you can always find online karaoke sites with thousands of songs to choose from. Set up a small microphone and speakers for your children to sing along. You can also join the merry contest and sing a song or two.
Stay active together
With days and weeks spent at home, people tend to get lazy and bored after a while. Kids especially find it hard to stay put at home as they need some way to spend their energies. To break out of this, start a fitness routine at home. Apart from your regular workouts, find some activities in which your kids can also easily join. Buy a skipping rope or a hula hoop and teach your kids how to use them. You can also play some funky songs on your TV and dance to it along with your kids.
Final thoughts
Staying at home all day can be tough for everyone. But with the right mindset and with a little effort, these quarantine days can be fun and productive. Stay off social media and take some time to connect with your family members. With activities like the ones we mentioned here, you can bring the kids and adults in your family together for some great indoor fun and laughter.
