Children can enjoy time away from screens when there are easy, interesting things to do.
Make something
Drawing, painting, modelling clay and simple crafts invite creativity. Keep supplies where children can reach them.
Play outside
Parks, gardens and woods offer space to run, climb and explore. A nature hunt or a treasure trail adds a sense of adventure.
Cook together
Simple recipes, such as baking biscuits or making pizza, teach counting, measuring and patience, and the results are tasty.
Read and tell stories
Reading aloud, making up stories or acting out favourite scenes builds language and imagination.
Play games
Board games, card games and puzzles encourage turn-taking and thinking.
Build things
Blocks, cardboard boxes and household items can become castles, shops or spaceships.
Let them be bored
A little boredom can lead to creativity. Offer ideas when asked, but do not feel you must fill every moment.
