Since the CDC recommends social distancing and self-quarantining to slow the spread of COVID-19, children find themselves at home and no longer physically around the friends and teachers they’re used to having around all the time. Here’s how to keep your kid stimulated, challenged, and having fun while quarantined.
1. Virtually Tour Museums and National Parks
Just because you’re staying inside doesn’t mean you can’t explore the exciting and interesting places the world has to offer. From museums to national parks, virtual tours are a great way to experience these places without leaving your home. The National Museum of Natural History is offering virtual tours of their current and past exhibits which you can find here. Many national parks are also offering online tours. Find Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park’s tour here.
2. Reading and Family Story Time
Reading is always a great pastime, but now is an even better time for kids to crack open some books. For younger kids, read to them and talk about the pictures by encouraging your child to describe what they notice about the illustrations. Ask them what they think characters are feeling and have them predict what will happen next.
3. Turn a Walk into an Adventure
Take a walk in your neighborhood and bring with you a check list of different objects you want your child to point out. Name and talk about the things that catch the kid’s attention. Describe the object and what the child thinks about the object.
4. Video Chat with Friends
A good way to help your child continue social interaction while quarantined is to have them video chat with their friends. Even simply coloring together while video chatting is great for helping children feel closer.
5. Online Yoga Classes for the Family
It’s important to stay active all the time but especially now that we’re spending more time at home. YouTube has lots of free kids’ yoga classes to choose from to keep your kid busy, active, and having fun.
Take this time as an opportunity to try new activities and encourage creativity with your kids. Whatever you decide to do with your family as you’re all home, remember to have fun and cherish this time spent together.
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