How to Keep Your Kids Entertained During COVID

Keeping your kids entertained is a hard-enough task already, add a global pandemic into the mix, and the prospect becomes even more complicated. The coronavirus crisis has changed many aspects of our social life, the most notable being the need to socially distance and stay at home. This has been especially hard for the parents who would typically take their kids to daycare or arrange playdates. In a bid to fight the health crisis, many workplaces have chosen to encourage working from home. Trying to keep the kids entertained and carry on with your daily work routine can increase stress levels. If you find yourself running out of ideas on how to keep the kids busy, keep reading, this is the article for you! 

Toys 

Toys are the oldest trick in the book and can help keep your child entertained for hours on end. Toys have been around for thousands of years, so much so that archeologists can trace their origin back to as early as 4,000 BC. However, back in the day, toys were relatively simple. Most toys were made out of wood or mud and consisted of figurines such as soldiers or horses. Nowadays, there are so many options to choose from that it can be hard to know what to buy. If you feel overwhelmed with the large selection that modern toy shops offer and need some guidance — here are some of the hottest toys for girls and boys.   

Cooking 

Cooking is a great way of bonding with your kids. You can teach them valuable life skills whilst preparing a meal together. If you have a busy day ahead of you, this activity can kill two birds with one stone. Not only can you spend some time entertaining the little ones, but you can also cross off making lunch from the ‘to-do’ list. Cooking is a super fun way to learn and develop cognitive abilities. Getting the kids to help you prepare their meals can enhance their practical cooking skills, whilst helping them develop their ability to read, measure, and follow instructions. All in all, your kid will be employing their fine motor, science, and math skills to create a nutritious meal. There are countless kid-friendly recipes online and each day you can pick a new one to explore. 

Educational Movies or TV-Shows  

In some households, letting your kids watch TV is treated as a reward for good behavior. Many parents have often heard the saying that TV is no good for children. However, letting your kids unwind in front of the screen can also be a guilt-free activity. Letting them watch fun and informative content, in moderation, is a great way to keep them entertained. TV channels with predetermined programming and countless ads are no longer a necessity. We now have tons of free, and paid, streaming services with age-appropriate content. Nature shows or educational cartoons, like Dora the Explorer, can simultaneously teach and amuse kids. Even large entertainment companies like Disney have a wide range of historic and scientific movies.