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c.2005 - 2008 |
| School Age DAZE |
| What to do if it's Raining today:
Play "I Spy" or "20 Questions" It's quite easy. Each person takes a turn and picks out something in the room. Then, without letting the others know what it is, the person says, "I spy" or "I have something in mind." Then, the others take turns trying to guess what the object is. Play cards You can play the traditional games, or you can invent whole new games for the kids. Have a picnic or camp out on the living room floor Let the kids gather blankets and pillows, and whatever they think makes the perfect event. If you have a fireplace, it would be perfect for roasting hot dogs and marshmallows. Be creative and be a little flexible. Sure there will be a mess, but it can be cleaned up. This is the time to let go and let everyone have some fun. Have a scavenger hunt Compile a list of items the kids must find, or, write up and hide a bunch of clues they must solve in order to find the next clue. Let the kids scamper off in search of these otherwise ordinary household items. For that day, the items are much sought after treasures they are collecting. Make it fun, and leave a few rewards for them to find along the way. Have a party Let the kids pick out some music, then pull out the chips or make some popcorn. Let them dance around the room. Then, let them fall all over themselves with laughter, when you show them how it was done when you were a kid. Create simple science projects You might even have everyday items around the house that you can use. But this is one project you must prepare ahead of time. You need to research the different projects, and make sure you not only have the items you will need, but also make sure it is perfectly safe for the kids. Have a fashion show This is a take-off of the dress-up, but the kids get to try on many different clothes. Let them pick out their own unique and imaginative styles and combos, then model them for you to admire. Let them strut their stuff, and watch them beam with pride as you "oooh" and "ahhh" over their new styles. |
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| Curriculum Resources Art Dramatic Play Prop Boxes Fine Motor Games Language Math Music Outdoor Play Quiet Time Recipes Science/Sensory Themes MY BOOK |
| Riddle of the Week
How do sheep greet each other at Christmas? Merry Christmas to Ewe (by: Alison, Age 10) What did the chocolate bar say to the lollipop? Hello Sucker! Why did the chicken cross the play ground? To get to the other slide (by Serene Aria Holder, age 5) |