5 Fun and Enriching Activities to Share with Your Kids on Holiday
1. Natural treasure hunt
Transform your environment into an adventure playground!
- At the beach : Look for shells, uniquely shaped pebbles or pieces of driftwood.
- In the mountains : Identify plants, pine cones or insects.
- In the forest : Make a list of items to find (tree leaf, bark, feather).
💡 Tip: Organize a small reward to motivate budding explorers.
2. Outdoor DIY workshops
Stimulate your children's creativity with natural materials:
- Make mobiles with shells and pieces of wood.
- Make paintings with colored sand.
- Create ephemeral mandalas with flowers and pebbles.
💡 Tip: Keep a small box to bring their creations back and display them at home.
3. Water games to cool off
There's nothing better than jumping into the water to have fun:
- Have a raft race by building small boats from natural materials.
- Organize a (safe) diving competition.
- Try simple games like water ball or underwater object hunting.
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4. Create a vacation journal
Encourage your children to capture their memories:
- Draw or write an anecdote from the day.
- Glue tickets, photos or found items (leaf, sand).
- Add a “weather page” or a map of the places visited.
💡 Tip: This is a great way to develop their creativity and memory.
5. Starry evenings and moonlit tales
Vacation evenings are perfect for slowing down and connecting with nature:
- Learn to recognize the constellations.
- Tell stories or make up tales together.
- Roast marshmallows or plan a nighttime picnic.
💡 Tip: Bring a comfy blanket and use this time to chat about your favorite parts of the day.
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