When the forecast calls for rain, it can be hard to know what to do with your kids. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here are some great ideas for how to turn a rainy day into a fun day.
Read a Book Together
One rainy day activity that’s always a hit is reading a book together. Snuggle up on the couch with your little ones and enjoy a good story. If you have older kids, take turns reading different chapters aloud. For more ideas, check out this post on starting a family book club.
Bake Some Treats to Give to Friends
Another fun way to spend a rainy day is to bake some treats to give to your friends. Whether you make cookies, cupcakes, or bread, your friends will be sure to appreciate a homemade treat.
Enjoy an Indoor Picnic
Just because it’s raining doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a picnic. Spread out a blanket in your living room and have a picnic lunch right there at home.
Paint a Picture
Painting is one of our favorite rainy day activities for the kids. All you need is some paper, a set of paints, and some brushes. You might be surprised at the masterpieces they create. Once the paint is dry, the kids can make their artwork into greeting cards or bookmarks. If you’re worried about the mess, check out this post with tips for cleaning up after messy art.
Living Room Obstacle Course
If your kids are full of energy, help them burn off some steam by setting up an obstacle course in your living room. Use pillows, blankets, and furniture to create a fun course for them to navigate.
Listen to Music or an Audiobook
Listening to music or an audiobook is another great rainy day activity. Put on some tunes or pop in a favorite audiobook and relax together as a family. You could also read the book, then watch the movie on Netflix.
A rainy day doesn’t have to be a bummer. You can turn it into a fun day for the whole family with a bit of creativity. So next time the forecast calls for rain, don’t despair. Just break out one of these activities and enjoy your indoor family time.
More on Turning a Rainy Day into a Fun Day:
- Paper Bag Houses – This invitation to create paper bag houses is so much fun to explore, and super simple to set up!
- Paper Pizza Parlor for Pretend Play – This rainy day activity for kids is simple and easy to set up. This paper pizza parlor is the perfect way to indulge your stuffed animal friends in a special treat!
- 10 Rainy Day Activities for Kids – Are you looking for a few fun ways to keep the kids entertained indoors without breaking the bank?? Here are a few of our favorite ways to spend a rainy day.
- Fun Rainy Day Activities for Kids of All Ages – Lots of creative ideas from Rainy Day Mum!
