We have been blessed with some truly spectacular sunny weather recently - whether you love or hate the hot temperatures, you can’t deny that it’s lovely to have a bit of sunshine after a long winter!
However, as we always expect with our climate, the weather is certainly starting to turn on us a bit once again. Heavy rain and thunderstorms have been spreading across the country over the last few days, meaning that once again, we’re back to wetter days.
The sunshine might be hiding from us for now, but that doesn’t mean that the summer fun has to stop! There are still plenty of fun-filled activities that you and the kids can do, even when it’s absolutely pouring with rain outside.
Below, we have curated a list of 20 of our favorite hobbies to try when we’re faced with an afternoon indoors. All of these activities are super easy to recreate and will cost you almost nothing, so it’s a win win! Have a look through our favourites below:
1. Have a movie day
Put on one of their comfort films, or introduce them to something brand new.
2. Make a pillow fort
Super cosy and snuggly in the middle of a rainstorm.
3. Create paper fans
Make them just in time for when the weather starts to heat up again.
4. Play hide and seek
This classic playground game never gets old.
5. Jump in the puddles
Just be sure to put on some wellies and a raincoat first!
6. Watch the thunder and lightning
Your little one might have a fascination with the stormy weather!
7. Try out a new baking recipe
Afterwards, you can have a delicious tea party with your freshly-baked treats.
8. Have a karaoke party
Go on, sing your heart out!
9. Play dress-up
Disney characters are always a favourite with the little ones!
10. Bring out the board games
Will it be Twister or Monopoly?
11. Paint something creative
Anything from mugs and glasses, to plant pots and plain old paper!
12. Make dinner together
It's time to bond in the kitchen.
13. Write a letter to your future selves
What would your kids like to be in 20 years’ time?
14. Plan an exciting day trip
What do you fancy doing when the stormy weather ends?
15. Try out a new look with face paint
Will your little one be a tiger or a zebra?
16. Make up a cool handshake
This activity is one that will last a lifetime.
17. Create a dance routine
A dancing session is always a good idea!
18. Write a short story
Let their imagination run wild!
19. Start a treasure hunt
You can even design a creative map to pique their interest!
20. Give them a fun makeover
Braid their hair, test out some lipgloss, or draw on a funny moustache.
