When you peek outside and see nothing but a big blanket of white snow covering the ground, you know it’s time to quickly figure out something for the kids to do. Kids get restless quickly when they’re cooped up inside all day. And, what’s worse is, you’ll start getting frustrated with restless kids under your feet all day long and that’s not good! Snow games and activities take a special effort, but you’ll be glad you did it.
Sitting in front of the television, texting friends, and watching movies won’t lighten the tension of a day cooped up inside, and it may even worsen it! A little fresh air and fun is in order here. Get out the hats, boots, and mittens and get those bundles of energy outside. Let’s see, what was it again you used to play in the snow? I think I can help you remember a few snow activities that both you and your kids will enjoy.
Snowman: You can make one gigantic snowman or a whole family of snowpeople. Your kids may like to make one each and pattern theirs after themselves using some of their own hats and scarves, or even jackets to dress their snowperson counterpart. With just three snowballs graduating in size, you can fill an afternoon with fun and creativity, and exercise! Join in with the kids and you’ll get your exercise, too. Pick up pine cones, sticks, rocks, or anything that you can find to use for eyes, nose, mouth, and arms. Embellish your snowman with props like shovels, brooms, or anything appropriate for your family, perhaps a hockey stick. Set up a whole family of snowpeople playing a game of hockey wearing your favorite team jerseys. Have fun in the snow and show off your talents… and your team colors!
Snow Angels: Here’s an excuse for you, Mom and Dad, Grandma and Grandpa, to get out in the snow, too. You’re going to show your little angels how an angel is made in the snow. Flop down on your back, flap your arms like a big bird, and push your legs out and in, and keep doing it until you’ve swiped away some of the snow. Hop up and you’ll have an angel in the snow. Embellish your angel with a halo of branches or tree garland. Pretty soon your backyard will look like a celestial choir!
Snow Igloo or Snow Fort: With just a few buckets or other plastic containers, you can make snow “bricks” to build a structure. Lay out your foundation by shoveling or tromping the outline of your building. Press snow into plastic buckets, then turn the bucket over and plop the snow brick out on the ground. Carefully place it on your “foundation” and repeat. Build your walls as high as you can and even build interior walls if you want. Your kids may need a little lesson in this, but they’ll quickly become enthralled with building their very own house. If you’d like, get out pictures beforehand of an igloo or a fort to give your kids ideas of where to start. You may even want to offer them some food coloring and water mixture and paint brushes to “paint” the walls or to create artwork. Don’t forget to bring out some hot drinks for the workers!
Snowball Fight: Older kids really take to the idea of playing this special version of dodgeball. You can choose up sides, or it can be every kid for him or herself. Find or build snow banks for barriers behind which to hide, decide on the rules, and have at it! Grown ups ought to join in on this game as it burns a lot of calories and stress! Pack your snowballs just solid enough to fly, but soft enough so you get a good “poof” when it clobbers your opponent. If your kids haven’t had a good snowball fight before, parents and grandparents may want to introduce them to the rules of this game played with snowballs.
Snow Sledding: Even without a toboggan, sled, or a big hill, you can have fun sliding around on the snow. A large piece of cardboard and a snowbank can stand in for a sled and a hill. Look around the garage or house and find any larger pieces of cardboard, tarp, or even a big plastic snow shovel. You might even put the old plastic kiddie pool to work for the afternoon! If your yard doesn’t have a hilly area, a little snowbank can provide some fun “snow surfing” especially for the younger children.
When the weather finally clears, and leaves behind a pile of snow, take the opportunity to create some great memories joining in snow activities with your kids. Bundle up nice and tight, get your camera handy, and get ready for fun and frolicking in the fresh, snowy air. Your kids will be anxiously awaiting the next snowfall when they learn how much fun they can have playing snow games, and that hot cocoa always follows!
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