Fun And Therapeutic Activities To Do With Your Kids!
Hey mamas,
Today I bring you a fantastic guest post written by Marie Miguel!
Discover activities that are both fun and therapeutic that you can do with your kids! Read on!
Fun And Therapeutic Activities To Do With Your Kids!
Sometimes, families need some time to have fun. Families, especially single-parent families, may also have stress in their lives, and therapeutic activities can help relieve these stresses and entertain in the process. Here are some therapeutic activities you can do with your children.
Treasure Hunting
We all have had the fantasy of being a treasure hunter, and your children can live that fantasy. Hide some treasure somewhere, be it a few dollars, a treat, or something else. Afterward, create a map or create clues to help your kids find them. For the adult, this promotes creative thinking. You want to be clever when hiding your treasure, but not so complicated a child can’t do it. For kids, it is a mentally stimulating activity that can also get them out and ready to have fun.

Hiking
Venturing outside can relieve stress, improve physical health, and can be entertaining. It can be fun for both the children and you, too. When hiking, pick a trail that isn’t too hard and has variety when it comes to sights. You can turn this into a game of I spy, which can encourage mindfulness and be an entertaining game for all parties involved.
Just make sure to pack snacks and drinks. Hiking can be relieving, but make sure all parties are having fun while doing it.
Writing
Both the family and children have a chance to do writing prompts. These can encourage creativity and be relieving mentally. The adults can write stories and the children can help contribute. Share your stories once you are done.
Movie Time
Having a movie night can be a great way to wind down. Pick a movie the family will love, and discuss it with your kids. Don’t just make it a night of mindless entertainment, but instead a learning experience. You can do the same thing with a good book, a video game, or any other form of entertainment. When in moderation, these can be great for everyone involved.
Crafting
One therapeutic activity is to create art. You can buy some clay for your children to play with, buy blocks, create digital art, or anything else that involves the arts. The possibilities are endless. You can be a teacher to your children or create art with them. Art can help your children, and yourself, get your emotions out.
Watching a Sunset
The next time the sun is setting, why not watch it with your children? Not only is it beautiful to look at, but it’s also a good way to reflect and plan for the next day. Go to the top of the highest hill, bring some food, and just have a time of relaxation with your kids.
Cooking
Making the next meal doesn’t have to be hard. By letting your kids in the kitchen, you can teach them the basics of cooking and make the process fun as you’re doing it. Bake cookies with your children, or make a healthy salad. Your kids will not only learn, but they’ll have fun making their food.
And More!
Any activity you do with your children may have therapeutic benefits if you spin it to be that way. If you have a special-needs kid, try activities that are more tailored towards them.
If you’re still having difficulties dealing with stress or raising your family, you can also look into family counseling. There is no shame in talking to a therapist who can help you learn ways to raise your children to the best of your ability, and teach children how to behave and tackle the world around them.
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Sara
August 17, 2018 at 6:59 pmThese are all marvelous ideas! Cooking together is always a blast. And who can so no to an awesome treasure hunt or hike! Thanks for the sharing ?
Jess10
August 17, 2018 at 8:02 pmRight!? Thank you! 🙂
Mama Doc
August 17, 2018 at 7:29 pmGreat ideas! Can’t wait to try these out with my daughter! We already do a fair bit of cooking together and it is a lot of fun!
Jess10
August 17, 2018 at 8:01 pmCooking together is awesome! Enjoy and have fun! 🙂
Arnab Majumdar
August 18, 2018 at 10:45 amThis are some great tips. Will come in handy, when i have my own kids. thanks for sharing.