6 Ideas to Try Right Now
Would You Rather (Family Edition)
- 1Take turns asking 'Would you rather...' questions.
- 2Make them silly: 'Would you rather have spaghetti hair or meatball hands?'
- 3Everyone must answer and explain why.
20 Questions (Car Edition)
- 1One person thinks of something (animal, place, food).
- 2Others ask yes/no questions to guess what it is.
- 3Maximum 20 questions — then they must guess!
Start with easy categories for younger kids: 'I'm thinking of an animal.'
Story Round-Robin
- 1First person says one sentence to start a story.
- 2Each person adds exactly one sentence.
- 3Try to include the craziest plot twists possible.
Record it on your phone — you'll want to replay these stories later.
Magnetic Letters on Fridge
- 1Stick letters on the fridge.
- 2Call out a word and have your child spell it.
- 3Start easy, then challenge them.
Dry Erase Board Drawing
- 1Give your child the board.
- 2Suggest drawing prompts: favourite animal, dream house.
- 3Wipe and repeat.
Build a Paper Chain World Record
- 1Cut paper into strips (about 2cm wide).
- 2Loop the first strip and tape closed.
- 3Thread next strip through and tape — keep going as long as possible.
