{"id":24328,"date":"2023-03-07T13:51:15","date_gmt":"2023-03-07T01:51:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kamiapp.com\/?p=24328"},"modified":"2023-03-07T15:22:38","modified_gmt":"2023-03-07T03:22:38","slug":"30-spring-break-activity-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.kamiapp.com\/blog\/30-spring-break-activity-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"30 Spring Break Activity Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>For most children, spring break is a great chance to get away from the classroom, have a break from direct learning, and have some family fun. You might not be going away or going to camp, but don\u2019t worry, Kami is here to make sure you have some fun activities with your kids to make it a memorable time! If you\u2019re coming out of a heavy winter, springtime is the perfect time for the whole family to get together to do some outdoor activities. If you\u2019re not able to do a getaway then check our staycation ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We&#8217;ve rounded up 30 fun ways indoor and outdoor spring break activities for kids. There&#8217;s guaranteed to be something for kids of all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Craft ideas<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For the crafty children out there please see some budget-friendly options for spring break activities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Make a <strong>nature collage<\/strong>. Go and find some bits from the garden or local park to do a collage of the local area. Bonus points for doing this throughout the year to show how nature changes through the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/coolkidscrafts.com\/nature-collage\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">seasons<\/a>. Go make your own masterpieces!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you\u2019ve got access to some rocks, do some cool <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.ca\/projectswithkids\/rock-painting-for-kids\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>rock painting<\/strong> <\/a>for decorations all through the year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Design some<strong> <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=BIHM5yHfA9Q\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>homemade cards<\/strong><\/a> for thank yous or the upcoming holidays<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Design a <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.personalcreations.com\/blog\/time-capsule-ideas\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>time capsule<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>for your family and bury it in the back garden<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you have a big family? Make your own <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.papertraildesign.com\/diy-guess-who-template\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Guess Who <\/strong><\/a><strong>board game<\/strong> and have lots of fun guessing who is wearing that silly hat or funny glasses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you celebrate Easter, check out this <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/onelittleproject.com\/easter-crafts-for-kids\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">list <\/a>for some great ideas for crafty types<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do some <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facepaint.com\/blogs\/facepaint-blog\/30-quick-easy-face-paint-ideas-for-kids\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>face painting<\/strong> <\/a>from these ideas. An excellent time to brush up on those painting skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Indoor activity ideas<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If the weather isn\u2019t great, don\u2019t sweat it. We have some fun things to do on those cold rainy days:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Get your playlist out and host a <strong>dance party<\/strong>. Extra points for getting some disco lights on the go!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get that blood pumping and do an <strong>exercise video<\/strong> together. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLyCLoPd4VxBsXs1WmPcektsQyFbXTf9FO\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">P.E. with Joe<\/a> is a great resource to burn off some of that energy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.parents.com\/fun\/activities\/indoor\/ways-to-play-floor-is-lava-game-at-home\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>floor is lava<\/strong><\/a> is a great tv show and you can recreate it at home with just what you have in the living room<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set up a <strong>scavenger hunt<\/strong> at home. There\u2019s some really fun inspiration <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.parents.com\/holiday\/easter\/printables\/printables-treasure-hunt-and-scavenger-hunt-games\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here for you to browse<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Design your own <strong>escape room<\/strong>. This is a great stimulating activity that will get kids pumped and working as a team if you have a few to entertain. There is a helpful resource <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/activity-mom.com\/2018\/05\/make-your-own-escape-room\/#:~:text=Take%20an%20old%20book%20that,a%20certain%20movie%20or%20book.\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here <\/a>to give you some ideas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>STEM &amp; STEAM activities<\/strong> for the older kids can provide some serious mental stimulation to crack these <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.parents.com\/kids\/education\/math-and-science\/5-fun-stem-crafts-for-kids\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">puzzles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build a <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/prettyprovidence.com\/how-to-build-blanket-fort-tips-tricks\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>fort<\/strong> <\/a>with the kids to give them some novelty time inside the house<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NASA <\/a>get to Mars. Click here to see <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/mission-to-mars-activities\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NASA\u2019s kids\u2019 activities <\/a>to make your own future astronauts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kamiapp.com\/blog\/spring-break-reading-challenge\/\">A reading challenge<\/a>! Access <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kamiapp.com\/library?term=book+report&amp;page=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kami\u2019s templates<\/a> and set discussion points around the work afterward.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Outdoor activity ideas<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some ideas for kids of all ages. If you\u2019ve got outside space then you already know its great for the spring break vacation. Otherwise, head to the local parks to get away from the house:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Set up an <strong>obstacle course<\/strong> in the local park or your garden. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/empoweredparents.co\/obstacle-course-ideas-for-kids\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Use this link <\/a>to find some ideas using items you\u2019ve already got at home<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you\u2019ve got the space, start a <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/gardening\/plans\/vegetable\/easy-childrens-vegetable-garden-plan\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>veggie garden<\/strong><\/a>. Kids love planting and will really enjoy seeing the fruits of their labor. Fingers crossed that the weather gets those vegetables going<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do some <strong>sidewalk art<\/strong>. If you can get your hands on some chalk, use this <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/blitsy.com\/chalk-art-ideas\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">inspiration<\/a> to do some sidewalk art and get creative<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make a difference<\/strong>. Check out your local volunteering initiatives and see if you can give back to the community<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go on a <strong>nature walk<\/strong>. Beforehand look up what flora and fauna you might see along the way. Make sure you\u2019re not rushed to make sure you really pay attention to the natural world<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find the local <strong>ducks<\/strong>. Take some <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/friscolibrary.com\/blogs\/post\/the-dos-and-donts-of-feeding-ducks\/#:~:text=Foods%20like%20bread%20and%20crackers,forage%20for%20on%20their%20own.\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nutritional food <\/a>and find some facts to engage the kids with beforehand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you\u2019ve got good weather, play <strong>bubbles <\/strong>outside. Never-ending fun so keep the washing-up liquid handy for refills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit a <strong>national park<\/strong>. Look here for the US national park <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/learnandexplore\/index.htm\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">website<\/a> to help you soothe your itchy feet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Family activities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Term time means that sometimes it is hard to have family activities altogether. Use the spring break to change that and create some lasting memories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Have a <strong>movie night<\/strong>. Peruse a good list of possible family movie options <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.parents.com\/fun\/entertainment\/movies\/50-best-videos-for-kids\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> to keep even the fussiest watchers happy. A good option for kids of all ages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Host a <strong>slumber party.<\/strong> Do you still remember the overwhelming excitement of having a friend or two for a sleepover? Lean into the novelty by laying out sleeping bags on the floor and maybe making a den for them to sleep in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Play some <strong>board games<\/strong>. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thespruce.com\/best-board-games-for-kids-4158094\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See here <\/a>for a great list of new games if you\u2019re bored of Monopoly and Cluedo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Home video<\/strong> show. Get together some old photos of the children when they were younger and have a slideshow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hit the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.loc.gov\/nls\/braille-audio-reading-materials\/find-a-local-library\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>local library.<\/strong><\/a> All go and select your own books and then discuss together when you\u2019ve finished.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hit the <strong>museum<\/strong>. But this time, not the local museum. If you look <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.globotreks.com\/tips\/best-virtual-tours-world\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> you can find the world\u2019s best museums that do virtual tours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit a <strong>water park<\/strong>. Find your local park and plan to spend the day there. Kids remember water parks for years!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spring break is a great chance for kids to have fun with their families and take a break from the classroom. 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