Fun Activities for You and Your Family

Family bonding moments are precious and something you should take for granted. They are essential to developing lasting memories with your children before they move into those stubborn teenage years. Getting kids to take part in activities can sometimes overwhelm, but it's much easier when it suits their interests. Here are a few fun projects to do with kids and enjoy the best family moments.

1. Decorate a cake Baking is one of the fun things to do with kids and other members of the family. Don't worry about your baking expertise, buy a book with the right instructions and get started. The fun increases when it's time to decorate the cake. Allow the kids to get creative no matter how disorganized the decoration looks. The aim of this activity is not to make a picture-perfect cake but to bond and share laughter.
2. Crafts Crafts are a popular choice among parents because kids seem to get so interested in creating something. The materials you would need are always simple and depend on the crafts you want to create. Look for ideas at your local craft store or even take a course together. You can stimulate young DIY-ers by participating in a weekend class at your local hardware store.
3. Board games Playing board games is something everyone in the family can enjoy. A game of Scrabble or Monopoly not only provides bonding moments and memories, but it also teaches children teamwork, problem-solving, and decision making. The children's attention span for board games may be short, so keep them interested with the promise of a reward.
4. Look at the stars at night Simple, yet enchanting and beautiful, stargazing is a great bonding time. Set out a few minutes after dinner to sit in the yard or lay on the grass and see the stars. It is an excellent time to tell stories, share experiences, and take in some fresh air. Make it a part of the family schedule periodically.
5. Movie night Watching movies together never gets old so long as you watch something that everybody loves. You can try classic films or recent ones that the entire family will excitedly anticipate. Take turns giving each family member the opportunity to choose the video of the week.
6. Plan a treasure hunt A treasure hunt shouldn't be a cliché or a predictable game. With older kids, you can step up your game to suit them. Make treasure hunts an exciting family affair with a worthwhile treasure. Create a challenge and don’t make it too easy.

Waste no more time in creating bonding moments with your family. To make great memories in your neighborhood, invite your neighbors to join you, especially if you're new to the community.