Stuck in the storm? There is no reason not to have A LOT of fun and make memories that your kids will have for a lifetime! Take some fun pictures too : )
Right now I am sitting at my computer waiting for the BIG WINTER STORM to hit Long Island. We can see anywhere from 2 to 3 feet of snow with terrible Blizzard conditions. I know being a parent you look for things to do with the kids during the storm especially if we lose electricity.
*Besides breaking out the Board Games ( which I personally love) … Monopoly is the perfect game for a snowstorm it is the only time you do have enough time to maybe finish a whole game : )
*You can also play charades, play Pictionary and break out a deck of cards. With the cards see if you can build a huge house of cards.
* Grab your radio one that takes batteries of course and besides listening to the up to date news, have a dance party in your living room.
Why not try making an old classic that kids will get a kick out of…
Plastic Cup Phones
so easy to make —-> click here for directions
Make indoor games:
I know Mom always said ,”Don’t Play Ball in the house” but these look like fun!
1. Pinterest —-> Jug Catchers
2. Pinterest—-> Balloon Tennis
3. Pinterest—> Play Velcro Ball
4. Pinterest—> Paper plane target practice.
Using pillow, sheets, blankets and more there is fun things you can create…
Encourage your kids to read books by making a tent area for them to read in…
A BOOK NOOK!
Make it cozy with blankets, pillows and stuffed animals and of course flashlights!
Pinterest Pin—> click here
Be the coolest parent ever and if you have an inflatable pool blow it up and fill it with ball pit balls and balloons for kids to jump and play in!
I loved this Pinterest Pin —-> click here
Make a Fort—->
This is one of the best things to do during a storm. Here kids imaginations and creativity runs wild. They bring in every pillow, couch cushions, chairs, tables, clothespins and blankets in one area to make the ultimate cool spot to hang out in during the storm.
Here are some forts I just loved looking on Parent Dish– these are so simple!
Make some cool musical instruments using things around the house:
Guitar—> click here
Noise Shaker
Maracas
Popsicle Stick Harmonica
Homemade Castanets
Do a really fun Art Project!
Glue + Salt + Water Colors = Lots of Fun —-> click here for directions
