We’re half-way through October half-term - and it’s Halloween week! My boys have already carved their pumpkins...
Have you had any fun things planned in this week with the children, or grand-children? It can be tricky sometimes keeping them entertained when you likely still have to work, so here are some simple, fun ideas for families and grandparents alike:
Let us know of any tips you've got, or plans you've made? Have you already done anything fun?
Have you had any fun things planned in this week with the children, or grand-children? It can be tricky sometimes keeping them entertained when you likely still have to work, so here are some simple, fun ideas for families and grandparents alike:
- Get outdoors: wrap up warm and head outside for a walk or nature trail. What a great time of year this is for this kind of activity. I love to get out with my family and see the trees changing, looking for conkers and acorns.
- Host a family pumpkin competition: Everyone - kids, parents. Grandparents - can join in with their own carved and decorated pumpkins. What would make a good prize for the winner?
- Bake together: Halloween treats like apple and cinnamon muffins, crumbles and pies are easy ways to spend time together - my two love baking with their grandparents and even my eldest has made a chocolate cookie pie this week.
- Story night: Light some candles, get some fairy lights lit up, and read some spooky stories together - not too scary if just before bed!
- Spooky film night: grab some blankets on the sofa and watch a seasonally spooky film as the nights draw in...
Let us know of any tips you've got, or plans you've made? Have you already done anything fun?
Comment