(NC)-Looking forward to Spring Break? Chances are your child will say a definitive “yes!” especially if they’re off to a sunny destination. But if you’re a parent stuck in town with zero plans and a limited budget, figuring out how to entertain the little ones for a week or two can be exhausting.
Here are some ideas to kick-start your Spring Break plans:
Go on a mini road trip: Visit a town that you’re not too familiar with and spend time walking around, taking in the sights, dining at local eateries, and meeting the people. It will be a refreshing change of pace and scenery for your family.
Visit your library: Your local library is a great resource for free family entertainment. Pick up a book to learn some arts and crafts, research fun recipes, borrow kid-friendly DVDs, or check if the library is running any special Spring Break programs.
Kid swap: If your friend’s kids are also stuck in town, arrange to watch them along with your own kids and then swap the next day. That way, you can get some much needed rest and relaxation.
Board games: Remember what those are? Playing a board game is a great way to spend time together as a family and have face time – as opposed to video games. If your collection doesn’t intrigue your kids, purchase a new game that everyone agrees on.
Before you know it, Spring Break will be over and you’ll have some happy kids to show for it. Have fun.
