17 Apr š¦ļø School Holiday Survival Guide: Fun Ideas to Keep Kids Busy These Easter Holidays
School holidays are hereāand while the promise of slower mornings and no lunchboxes is sweet, keeping kids entertained (and screen time under control!) can be a challenge, especially if the weather turns grey.
Whether youāre staying local or just looking to make the most of time together, hereās a bunch of fun, simple, and screen-free ideas to help parents and carers through the Easter break.
āļø Got Crafty Kids?
Set up a craft corner: Dedicate a small space with paper, scissors, glue, coloured pencils, and recycled materials. It doesnāt need to be fancyājust stocked and ready for creative moments.
š Need inspiration? Browse ourĀ Craft Mini-MagĀ for easy, fun activities.
Start a woolly scarf: Knitting is calming, confidence-boosting, and a perfect beginner project for kids of any age or gender. Bonus: it keeps little hands busy on chilly days.
šæ Get Your Hands Dirty in the Garden
Get planting: Autumn is the ideal time to prep veggie patches or plant herbs and flowers. Let kids choose what to growāitās a great way to spark ownership and curiosity.
š¼Ā Inspire your child’s love of gardeningĀ with simple tips and family-friendly ideas.
š³ Read one mumās reflections onĀ getting kids into nature, even if itās just the backyard or a nearby park.
š¶āāļø Take a nature walk and stop by a localĀ Street Library. Bring a book, take a book, and explore the birds, bugs, and creatures of your neighbourhood.
š¼ļø Rainy Day Ideas That Donāt Feel Like Plan B
You donāt have to leave the house to have an adventure! Here a just a few online experiences are great for rainy days or quiet mornings.
š¦”Ā Zoo Victoriaās Animal HouseĀ āĀ Livestream giraffes, snow leopards, penguins and moreĀ from the comfort of your lounge room.
š§¶Ā Melbourne MuseumĀ āĀ Explore Phar Lap, dinosaur fossils and First Peoples exhibitsĀ through interactive virtual displays.
šØĀ Art Gallery of NSWĀ ā TheirĀ Together in ArtĀ series has digital exhibitions and creative activities for kids.
šĀ Google Arts & CultureĀ āĀ Tour global museums and landmarksĀ like the British Museum or the Palace of Versaillesāall for free.
šĀ National Gallery of VictoriaĀ āĀ Take a virtual tourĀ or try an art challenge for the whole family.
š§¶ Queensland Museum at home activities – Become a science explorer and see what you can find!
š The South Australia Museum has lots of ideas for kids throughĀ Content for Connection
š¶ āIām Bored!ā Let Them Be
Believe it or not,Ā boredom is good for kids. It encourages imagination, self-direction, and problem-solving. Leave out some loose materials (cardboard, pencils, blocks) and let their creativity take the lead.
š² Bonus Pick: A Game with a Twist
Looking for a rainy-day game with a bit more meaning? TryĀ Pandemicāa strategy board game where players work together to fight global disease outbreaks. Best suited for older kids and teens, itās a great way to spark discussions about science, problem-solving, and teamwork.
š£ Take the Pressure Off
School holidays donāt have to be packed with outings and activities. A few simple plans, some creative tools, and lots of downtime can go a long way in making this Easter break one to remember.
More ideas to add to your holiday toolkit:
š Visit your local library for Easter-themed storytelling, crafts, or book clubs.
š¶ Host a backyard or balcony picnicāeven in pyjamas!
š§ Create a family podcast: give kids the mic and let them interview each other.
š¬ Stage a mini talent show or film your own movie.
š Paint kindness rocks and leave them around your neighbourhood for others to find.
š Try a new family recipe and turn the kitchen into a cooking class.
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