Creative Child March 2020 | Page 11

Have a bake off. When you have some free time with the kids, it’s always fun to enjoy some cooking or baking. Get creative and do a cupcake decorating contest or a cooking competition that models your favorite reality show. If your kids aren’t old enough for that, keep things simple and bake some sweet treats like brownies or cookies together. This might also be a great time to teach your child a traditional family recipe that has been passed down through generations. Play outside. Go outside and play. Enjoy riding bikes, playing in the yard, taking a trip to the park, going for a walk or a nature hike. Even if the temps are a little cooler or wet where you live, a few minutes to run around outside can get the wiggles out and everyone, even your reluctant ones, will feel better with some fresh air and exercise. Have a movie marathon. Give your kids permission to enjoy some extra screen time and have a movie marathon. Pick a theme like Disney movies, a trilogy, funny movies, or just let each family member pick a favorite. Pop some popcorn, curl up on the couch, and enjoy. You may also consider reading a book that was turned into a movie in the weeks leading up to spring break so you can enjoy the movie together after you have finished reading the book. 10