Winter can create cabin fever for kids, not to mention rowdy moods. Instead of letting everyone build up with holiday stress, here are three fun family activities that start by getting dressed in the morning.
Dreary winter weather can be enough to stop even the most active kids. Stuck at home, apathy can spread quickly among children as they reach for their electronic devices or plop down in front of a television screen. “It’s important to keep the mind and body active,” says Norma Wright, occupational therapist. “Increased body movement activates the mind and whole body while enhancing learning.” Wright, along with her co-partner, Valerie Goodfriend, have put together five clever activities for indoor play. Some involve inexpensive items you may already have at home, like balloons, bubble wrap or flashlights. Use these fun activities to get your kids moving and entertained as winter sets in.
Ahhh... Walking in a Winter Wonderland! Whether you want a simple stroll somewhere close or a bit of a day trip, there are some great areas to investigate. Many parks throughout Calgary, such as Bowness and Fish Creek Park, are open year-round. Activities are available within the parks such as cross-country skiing, skating and just simply walking the trails and observing the wildlife.
Get into the spirit of the season with some of these fun outdoor activities. After you’ve expended your energy outdoors, there is plenty to do indoors too.
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