In case you missed my Jan. 10 post, I'll catch you up. This week's going to be bad. Really bad. Cold, nasty -- the whole nine.
What
are you going to do with your kids if you're stuck in the house? Every
day this week I'll give you a little something to do, an idea that
doesn't cost a lot or require you to leave the house.
Today's plan? Puzzle Day.
If you ever sat in a pediatrician's office growing up, odds are you spent some time reading Highlights magazine. Highlights is online these days and has some cool hidden picture puzzles your kids can do online or print out and try on paper.
Thekidzpage.com has all sorts of free online jigsaw puzzles your kids can do on the computer, ranging from six to 40 pieces. Puzzle subjects include everything from animals to transportation to bugs, so there's surely something to please each child.
And once you're ready to get the kids off the computer, how about solving a real-life puzzle like "where do all the little pieces go?" Dump out all the big toy bins in the house and have the kids help you locate the real home of all the little pieces. It's amazing how much more fun it is to play a game or play with the Fisher-Price schoolhouse when it has all the pieces. It's like having new toys!
Now you've warmed up your brains. Get ready for a crafty day tomorrow.
Day 1: Dance Party
Day 2: Hit the KitchenDay 3: Sensory Day
