Making the Most of Snow Days with Your Kids

Snow days present an unexpected opportunity for families to be home together. While your children and teens may be excited about the day off, you might be wondering how to keep them engaged, active, and entertained. Here are some fun ways to turn snow days into memorable experiences, both activities you can do as a family and ones your kids can do on their own.

Go Outside 

If the weather permits, encourage your kids to embrace the snow and get some fresh air. Building a snowman, making snow angels, and creating a snow fort are classic outdoor activities that never get old. For more adventure, grab a sled and head to a nearby hill for some exhilarating rides down. Just be sure to layer up and watch for any slippery spots.

Warm Up with Hot Cocoa and Books

After some outdoor adventures, there's nothing like coming inside for a cup of hot cocoa and cozy reading time. Younger kids can build a pillow fort and read quietly to themselves or listen to an audiobook. Older ones can curl up by the fireplace with their favorite young adult series in book or electronic form.

If your family is looking for something new to read, check your local library's website for virtual titles to borrow.

Conduct Winter-Themed Science Experiments

Snow days can be a great chance to explore science in a fun and hands-on way. Consider simple experiments like making snow ice cream or freezing bubbles outside to watch them turn into beautiful ice crystals. These enjoyable activities combine learning with the excitement of a winter wonderland.

Get Creative

Set up a craft station for winter art projects using supplies you already have at home. Younger kids may enjoy making wreaths out of styrofoam balls and glue, while teens may want to create snow votives with glass canning jars, Epsom salts and tiny candles. Everyone can come together to make winter stars out of brown craft paper.

Encourage Snowy Business Ventures

Older children can offer winter cleanup services to your neighbors. From shoveling walkways and driveways to brushing off patio steps and clearing car roofs, there are plenty of opportunities for them to earn extra cash.

Cherish the Memory-Making

Snow days offer a unique opportunity for families to disconnect from their usual routines and reconnect with each other in meaningful ways. By embracing the winter weather and engaging in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, you can create lasting memories and foster deeper connections. Remember to capture all the day’s activities with photos and videos to reminisce about later.