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2. We know that your everyday life is a
bit of a mess, and that it comes to a
point where you´re unable to find
something to keep the kings of the
house entertained. It´s something that
has happened to even the best of us.
That´s why we came up with a
comprehensive list of small (and large)
activities to do with your kids when it
seems that the only solution left is to
leave them to the TV.
Lets get started, shall we?

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FINGER PAINTING
Depending on the age of your child, he might not quite have the
hang of tools such as paint brushes, so using fingers is not only
easier, but it´s also fun to feel the paint on our skin.
MAKING POTATO STAMPS TO CREATE
COLORFUL DRAWINGS WITH PAINT
This activity is very simple and will keep them entertained for
ages. You only need potatoes, paint and paper. Help them to
create shapes in the potatoes with a knife and then proudly
display his masterpiece in a prominent place of the house. The
refrigerator is usually the best gallery for young artists.
CREATE STUNNING PAPER HATS
We love crafts and it is one of the most fun ways to spend an
afternoon. Using coloured paper (you have to be creative),
scissors and other materials (crayons, paints, glitter, feathers,
dried pasta, etc ...) we can make some super original hats. The
funny thing is that once they´re finished, you have to find them an
outfit to match...

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CREATE A NECKLACE WITH MACARONI, A BIT OF
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USE A MIRROR AS A CANVAS
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PREPARE SMOOTHIES TOGETHER
STRING AND FINGERPAINTS
Again, dry pasta is a great resource to create jewelry of all
kinds. Necklaces of macaroni with ravioli pendants, bracelets of
shells, and if you are good at making things, you can even make
earrings with fusilli. With a handful of pasta and a bit of
creativity, we will soon become master jewelers.
"Mirror, mirror, on the wall, tell me which side Im going to paint
today". All classical painters painted themselves at some stage in
their lives. And you´re not going to be any less. To do this, you
must have a sheet of semi-transparent paper, place on the mirror
and look through it. Now you can sketch in pencil the outline of
your face (stick it to the mirror with tape, to work more
freely). And if you want, finish the drawing at the table, we´re
sure you´ll find the results is amazing.
It is very important that from an early age children get in the
habit of eating fruit. We know it´s complicated, but if they
participate in the process of preparing the fruit, it´s more likely
they will complain less, and fruit smoothies are an easy way to
make this source of vitamins and antioxidants more attractive.
Try mixing the fruit with milk or ice-cream to make it extra
special.

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PREPARE AN ORIENTATION DAY
In a world full of technology, sometimes we forget too much
about the big outdoors. The sun is a great ally, together with a
map and a compass, it can help us to learn about our surroundings.
We believe it is an interesting way to get in touch with the
natural world that surrounds us.
SING HIS FAVOURITE SONG
Singing is a great exercise, it tames the beasts and enlivens the
soul. And if he doesn´t ye have a favorite song (which we doubt)
surely you can get find one of those with a catchy chorus that
you can´t get out of your head for the rest of the day.
CREATE PAPER MACHE MASKS USING A BALLOON
Inflate a balloon to the desired size. Then in a bowl, mix 2 parts
glue to 1 part water and mix well. Then, break strips of
newspaper, add to the water-glue mix and adhere to the balloon.
When you have two or three layers, let it dry for 2 or 3 days,
until it is completely rigid. Finally, take the scissors and finger
paints, and get creative!

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BLOW SOAPY BUBBLES
It really is fascinating how a bucket of water and a couple of
drops of washing up liquid can keep the little ones entertained for
hours. Add a wire forming a circle and and you´ll have them
entertained for a while. It can also be a fun game if you have his
friends over, because all you need is a simple rule to see who
bursts more bubbles, and the game begins.
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COLLECT SEASHELLS FROM THE BEACH
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GO FOR A STROLL THROUGH THE PARK
Not everybody lives near the sea, so not everyone can just pop
down to the beach, but whenever it´s possible, it´s nice to take a
walk by the sea shore. To collect shells from the beach while
enjoying the infinite horizon that the open sea gives us is one of
the greatest feelings of freedom that can be experienced by man.
Walking is one of those sports that doesn´t actually look like a
sport, but that is one of the healthiest exercises for our children.
Go to a nearby park, let him run among the trees or play on the
slides, it won´t just keep him entertained, it will also help him to
burn some of that excess energy.

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BUILD A BLANKET FORT
And like all forts, once built, it is best to decorate it with the
theme that you most enjoy: forest, desert, outer space ... and
once ready, we can play at defending it from an enemy attack of
stuffed animals.
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PREPARE A LITTLE DANCE AND SHOW IT
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CREATE A ROBOT COSTUME USING
TO THE FAMILY
Nothing like a challenge to encourage the little one, because for
them the family is the most important audience (a first class
audience) It´s best to use a song that they like and I´m sure the
end result will be more that awesome (make sure you tape it for
future reference).
CARDBOARD BOXES
Who doesn´t like robots? All you are a few used cardboard
boxes, markers or pens, tape and scissors. With a little
imagination and a bit skill, you can obtain spectacular results.
Help him if he can not cut the pieces by himself, and don´t forget
the photos for posterity.

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PLAY HIDE AND SEEK
Hide and seek is probably one of the oldest games in the world.
We´re convinced that prehistoric children used to play all the
time. And for that reason, you can´t go wrong with this game that
will delight the kings of the house and pass it on from one
generation to the next. It´s ideal for inside and out.
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PLANT A TREE TOGETHER
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MAKE A SMALL FINGER PUPPET THEATRE
Though you may not know exactly what to plant: choose a plant
or a tree (lentils are perhaps the easiest option to start), the
pleasure of creating life, making the environment a better place
and teaching them something somethings that´s valuable is
priceless.
You can use a box and a couple of tea towels as curtains.
Decorate your family´s and yours fingers with different
characters. It´s complicated, but remember to leave the camera
rolling whilst you´re having fun.

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DRESS STUFFED ANIMALS WITH SOME OF HIS
OLD CLOTHES
When it seems that their clothes are too small now and they´re
totally forgotten in the bottom of a box, it´s time to re-use them.
But this time we´ll be using the stuffed animals as models. Don´t
worry, we´re sure that they´ll be willing to have an extreme
makeover. We´re sure you´ll feel like one of the big fashion
designers before the catwalk.
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MAKE BISCUITS USING HIS FAVOURITE
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USING A MICROPHONE, PLAY AT RECORDING A
CHOCOLATE
There are many recipes online to bake cookies at home. Instead
of using plain chocolate though, why not try mixing their favorite
candy with the dough. A simple idea with delicious results!
RADIO SHOW
Who can say that they have not imagined themselves as the star
of their own radio program? With the computers we have today,
you can use a microphone and record a show (Audacity, for
example, which is completely free). Better if you prepare a small
script beforehand.

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PREPARE A SMALL PHOTO GYMKHANA
IN A NEARBY PARK
Living in the digital age, it´s quite easy to possess multiple
cameras, one for each of you and go photographing. The best
thing is to determine the maximum number of photos to take
(make them discard photographs, be selective). Who knows,
perhaps one day they´ll become great artists.
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COLLECT FLOWERS, WHOEVER FINDS THE
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GIVE HIM A PIGGYBACK RIDE
MOST DIFFERENT ONES, WINS
Enjoying the great outdoors is always a very positive
experience, although it´s true that sometimes it can be a bit
boring for the kings of the house. This game is very simple and
will get the whole family walking, you just have to collect all the
different flowers you find, and whoever gets the biggest amount
of different varieties, wins.
For them, the feeling of riding a horse as magnificent as you can
only arouse laughter and excitement. They love it, so make sure
they have a good time. The only thing you have to worry about
is what activity you are going to propose when the ride ends.

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MAKE HOMEMADE ICE CREAM USING
FRUIT JUICES
They´re very simple to prepare. Take advantage of the ice cube
trays in your freezer, fill them with different juices and put a
stick in each hole (we advise you to not use toothpicks, use wood
or plastic sticks instead).Now you just need to put them in the
freezer and wait patiently for the cold to do the rest.
GO OUTSIDE WITH WATER PISTOLS
ON A HOT DAY
There is nothing worse than being stuck at home on a hot summer
´s day. A simple idea is to grab a bottle of water, put on a bathing
suit and go outside or into the garden with water pistols. You
will have a blast and at the same time enjoy keeping cool.
CREATE A SUPERHERO COSTUME USING THINGS
YOU HAVE AT HOME
There´s something about superheroes that we find extremely
compelling, and in the house´s smallest inhabitants, this is even
more so. We can play we have a special power, tie a cape around
his neck and put on underpants over his pyjamas; we guarantee
an entertaining evening full of excitement.

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PREPARE A MOUNTAIN OF PILLOWS AND
BLANKETS ON WHICH TO JUMP
We can not help feeling that our children are fragile and that
they are going to break on minimum impact. It turns out that
they are harder than we thought, but still, better safe than
sorry, so a mountain of cushions, pillows and blankets are an ideal
solution to let them unleash their infinite energy supply.
HAVE A PICNIC IN THE PARK
There is nothing better than to take lunch one day outdoors with
the kings of the house. Prepare some food, grab a tablecloth to
lay on the ground and do not forget to bring the camera. We
promise you a magical day out!
DRESS UP AS MUMMYS USING TOILET PAPER
We know it´s an unnecessary waste of paper, but it´s really fun.
You will need a roll of toilet paper, a volunteer and plenty of
imagination. Then you can play to run around the house being
chased by a mummy.

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TAKE A NAP TOGETHER
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CREATE A DOMINO EFFECT
It requires only two ingredients: a good bed and the desire to
take a nap. There is nothing better than a father and his son
taking a nap curled up together. Sweet dreams!
Get all the pieces you can to create the so-called "domino effect"
at home. The objective is to build a column of dominoes, and when
you knock the first one over, this causes the fall of the second
piece and so on, until the last one hits the ground.
You can use extra things you have at hand, once you have
everything ready, give them the honor of pushing the first piece.
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BUILD A HOUSE OF CARDS
Patience is a virtue, and card games often teach us to be patient,
to take things easy and to wait for the right time to play that
ace we keep up our sleeve. A house of cards will teach you to be
patient, and encourages perseverance and creativity.

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BUILD A TELEPHONE
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PLAY A GAME OF TAG
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SKIP ROPE TOGETHER
The title sounds complicated, but what we propose is very simple
technology: a phone made of 2 aluminum cans joined together
with string. Make a small hole at the base of the cans and slide the
rope through them. Then decorate the cans and let them play with
their new invention around the house. And best of all, you won´t
have to worry about the bill!
Perfect for a picnic day or at the park. You start by setting
boundaries and then the first player is chosen. He must chase and
“tag” any of the other players. Any time you tag another player,
he will take his place with the same goal: to chase and tag any of
the other players.
Exercise is healthy, and if it´s fun, all the better. Make a rope and
jump! Depending on how many play, you may need to tie one end
to a tree so that more people can jump at the same time.

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COLLECT DIFFERENT LEAVES
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MAKE POPCORN AT HOME AND WATCH HIS
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MAKE A PUZZLE TOGETHER
Any stroll is a good excuse to collect leaves (Winter is not a
good season if you live surrounded by deciduous trees). The
process of drying them with paper, and carefully identifying to
which tree they belong, will surely inspire them. Let them feel
like scientists doing vital work for the planet.
FAVORITE MOVIE ON THE COUCH
There are times when the most simple plan is the one that has the
most votes. Can you think of anything better to do than prepare
a large bag of popcorn and snuggle on the couch with the blanket
while watching a movie?
If you are able to clear a table or part of the floor for a few
days, get ready for a deliciously addictive activity: puzzles.
You get to chose the difficulty, but the fun is 100% guaranteed.

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MAKE A COLLAGE USING OLD MAGAZINES, GLUE
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CREATE A PERSONALIZED T-SHIRT
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AND SCISSORS
Creativity is a muscle that if exercised frequently, can adapt to
any situation with imagination. Making collages (cut out pieces of
magazines and paste them somewhere else so that tell a story,
describe a place or a character), is the perfect way to recycle
those magazines that gather dust whilst keeping the kings of the
house entertained.
You´ll have to buy different colour textile dyes, and get an old tshirt (preferably white). The rest is up to you, just make sure
you add a good dose of creativity. At the end you can show off
your different creations on an imaginary catwalk.
READ TOGETHER
We´re pretty sure he´ll already have a favourite book. If not,
depending on the age of your child, you can introduce him to some
classic children´s literature. Read together, it reinforces the
pleasure of sharing, and at the same time it helps them discover
the exciting world of books.

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PLAY BASKETBALL WITH BALLS OF PAPER AND A
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MAKE A DRUM KIT WITH POTS, PANS AND
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CREATE A PAIR OF BINOCULARS WITH TWO
RUBBISH BIN
Take that old newspaper or magazine that´s been lying on the
coffee table for weeks, tear out a couple of sheets and make balls
that fit in your hand. Find a rubbish bin and create different
zones that have different shot points (triples, free throws,
etc... ). You can even play whilst sitting on the couch.
WOODEN SPOONS
In this case, the remedy may be worse than the disease. Take a
couple of big pots and pans, a pair of wooden spoons, and we
assure you that he´ll be entertained all afternoon.
TOILET PAPER TUBES AND STICKY TAPE
If your child is a bit of an adventurer, we are sure he´ll love this.
All you need is a couple of cardboard tubes (the ones you find at
the end of a roll of toilet paper) and some sticky tape (if you´re
feeling artsy, why not decorate them with a bit of paint? You
now have a pair of awesome binoculars. Shall we go on safari?

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FACE PAINTS AND MAKEUP
Prepare a makeup session in style, where all the kings of the
house are invited. For the boys, you can use special face paints,
and turn them into pirates or animals for a while. For the girls,
you can also use face paints or take advantage of your mommy
makeup skills to make her feel like a full grown princess. As
always, don´t forget your camera, not only to capture the end
result, but also the process as a whole.
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LAY THE MIRROR GAME
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GO TREASURE HUNTING
This is a fun technique often used in theater (every single actors
in the world has trained with this game for several hours). Stand
in front of your little one, and start making different moves, so
that he can then imitate you as closely as possible. Get ready,
because when your turn ends, then it´s your go to follow his lead.
Hide something (anything that he will find exciting and
rewarding) and then prepare a series of clues. Each clue should
lead them to the next one, and should have little riddles or
puzzles. The feeling of being ever more closer to the prize, will
give him the energy to keep following the clues.

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ROLEPLAYING GAMES: STORES, RESTAURANTS
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FLY A KITE
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TEACH HIM TO PLAY CHESS
AND HOSPITALS
Roleplaying games are great for kids, because it helps them to
develop a feeling of the grown up world, and it gives them the
chance to see what it feels like to be in somebody else´s shoes. It´s
fun to see how they see the world through their innocent eyes.
We propose to you an activity that everyone in the world
dreams of doing: flying. And even if it´s just through watching the
kite, the high winds and the control we have over it, we assure
you that you´ll find it fun and addictive. You will need a wide
open space, free of trees and other obstacles, a kite (which you
can build yourself or buy) and a bit of wind. We wish you plenty
of high flying fun!
Since it first appeared, chess has established itself as the
ultimate strategy game, much appreciated and played by kings.
Today its popularity is growing, as its practice develops and
stimulates the brain (Chess is a subject in Armenian and Cuban
schools). Begin by teaching him the basic moves of the pieces (the
pawns first and the knights last), but don´t push it, let them learn
at their own rate. That´s how chess becomes so addictive!

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PLAY "I SPY"
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GO FOR A BIKE RIDE
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GO CAMPING
This typical game is frequently used to shorten long car trips. To
begin the game, all that´s needed is that one of you say "I Spy
with my little eye, something beggining with..." This game helps
your children to become aware of their surroundings, whilst at
the same time learning the alphabet.
Inflate your tires, feel the air through your hair, stop at a
fountain to drink water, breathe fresh air, stop and eat a
sandwich... All this and much more just by going out for a ride
with the kings of the house.
To help you prepare a camping trip with the kings of the house,
we´ve made a list of things that you shouldn´t forget: the tent,
sleeping bags, guitar, camera, a map, binoculars for bird watching,
troll repellent (in the kingdom, we never leave home without it), a
water bottle...

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MAKE A CITY OUT OF CARDBOARD BOXES
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TAKE HIM TO THE TRAMPOLINES
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Collect those small cardboard boxes (from medicines, biscuits,
tea bags, etc ...) and get ready to have your very own city. The
first thing you have to do is line them with paper, and then paint
them to your heart´s desire. Remember that there are no rules,
the city can be as big, spacious and colourful as you like.
Stop respecting the laws of gravity and feel like a true
superhero. Take your kings of the house to jump on the
trampolines, let them feel the pleasure of being in the air and
know that he´ll fall on soft ground. And if you like photography,
don´t forget to take the camera, set it to burst mode and
immortalize these aerial memories.
MAKE SAND CASTLES ON THE BEACH
Start with castles, like the ones we have in the kingdom, with its
tall towers, thick walls and a moat. Then, with a bit of practice,
you can participate in sand sculpture contests, but we´ll leave
that for another day. Arm yourself with a couple of buckets,
shovels and a rake. Any tool is welcome really, but even with
basic ones, you´ll have hours of fun.

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GO RIDE THE BUMPER CARS
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FIND BIRDS TO LOOK AT WITH OUR BINOCULARS
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Here you´ll find a couple of forbidden pleasures that even adults
enjoy. First is the rush from driving: kids have the opportunity
to grab the wheel and take charge, and second, having complete
freedom to crash again and again as if it was an action movie.
We are accustomed to having pets, that we can stroke and play
with when we like. But when it comes to wild birds, it´s a
different story. So you should get a book about birds in your
area, don´t be surprised, even though you´d never thought about
it, in any bookstore you will find one to suit your needs. The
other thing we need are binoculars and the desire to have fun.
You´ll see how nature is closer than ever.
GO TRAINSPOTTING
The world of trains and locomotives moves a lot of people all over
the world, and not only in people that collect miniature railway
sets. Watching trains pass is a timeless activity, that impresses
young and old since 1825. It´s a fascinating world, especially
through the eyes of a child.

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TAKE HIM TO A MUSEUM
There is nothing more fun than doing fun things. And although this
adjective is rarely associated with museums, every day that
passes the entertainment and educational value of these have
improved, especially focussing their attention on the enjoyment
of the little ones. Before you go, check out their website and see
if they have special child routes, audio guides or even children´s
guides. And if not, it will be up to you to show them it with a
different point of view.
TEACH HIM TO RIDE A SCOOTER
(NOT THE MOTORISED KIND)
A scooter is fun and safe. It doesn´t require enormous effort or
special positions, it gives a certain independence and enables
short legs to move faster than you. That´s not counting the fun
and smiles that you´ll definitely get.
MEASURE HIS HEIGHT EVERY YEAR
IN THE SAME PLACE
Although in reality this game is for mum and dad, it helps our
children to be aware of their own growth, and teaches them that
they are “growing up" and helps them become more responsible.

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MAKE LEMONADE
It´s as simple as it is refreshing: a few lemons, sugar and cold
water ... and for those who are feeling a little creative, whatever
their imagination tells them. Actually selling it is a different thing
altogether, but enjoying freshly made lemonade is something that
can´t be missed.
BUILD A TOY USING CLOTHES PEGS
Clothes pegs are one of the simplest and most creative
construction materials in the world. Separate the two parts and
keep the metal joints for another time (you never know when
you might need them). Use glue to attach the wooden pegs
together. Start with simple objects like a raft or a sled. You´ll
soon be creating new and exciting toys.
GIVE THEM A PIGGY BANK TO COLLECT
THEIR PENNIES
It is very important to teach kid from an early age the value of
money. When buying something you want (like a pack of stickers
or some sweets) means saving up for two weeks, it teaches them
that things in the world have a value and that you have to work
to get them. Things should never be taken for granted.

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SHOOT A MOVIE SEQUENCE
It takes many people to make a film, but when production is done
at home, everybody has to do a bit of everything. We encourage
you to help them shoot a short movie scene. We will have to
write a script, look for the costumes, learn and recite the script
out loud, call Mom to check the makeup, and thus, a grey day
becomes pure movie magic.
Operation Mealtime
READ A STORY AND THEN
DRAW THEIR CHARACTERS
Stories aren´t always meant to be read before bedtime. We
want to offer you a different take; right after reading a story,
help them to draw their characters and settings. It will help them
remember the story better, because in the process, they will
imagine all the details..
SHOW HIM A SIMPLE MAGIC TRICK
It doesn´t need to be complicated, but your children will love
shocking his friends with amazement, and it´s always a joy to
see the look of surprise on your child´s face. If he´s too small to do
card tricks, you can show him the trick of removing one´s finger.

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FIND SHAPES IN THE SKY´S CLOUDS
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INTRODUCE HIM TO A NEW FOOD
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It´s best to start by lying comfortably on the grass (or a cushy
blanket used as a bed) in the open, and looking carefully at the
passing clouds. Try to identify shapes, animals and recognizable
objects. You will soon be pointing to the sky shouting: "Look, it
looks like ..."
IN AN EDUCATIONAL MANNER
In this case it´s important HOW you present this new food. Try
using different food colours (the more striking the better, like
carrot orange, or lemon yellow) and shapes (fish fingers can
become earth, and the mashed potatoes, fluffy clouds). Only by
treating the plate as if it were a canvas will you open up your
child to new and interesting foods like vegetables or fish.
EACH HIM TO TIE HIS LACES.
Each and every one of us have learned to tie our shoelaces from
somebody in a different way. It´s funny to think that when we
leave this useful knowledge to future generations, it´s going to be
for a lifetime. Don´t get left behind, be a part of history by
teaching your children to tie their shoelaces.

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TEACH HIM TO RECYCLE
Learning through play is the easiest way, because when it´s fun,
information is assimilated faster and better. So it´s positive to
teach them to recycle, what the different groups are, what the
colors are and how important it is for the protection of our
planet. Once we get the theory out of the way, it´s time to put it
into practice and let them help you separate the waste.
BUSINESS TIME
Create a fictitious business around something he likes (a bakery,
a zoo, etc... ) and show him the value of money through it. Ask him
to give you change, to pay suppliers, to keep the premises, to
make his customers happy. His mission isn´t to get rich, but to
understand how everything works, you never know if his future
self will become an entrepreneur..
PREPARE A THEME PARTY
Usually the kings of the house have a theme that is their favorite
(from a story, a profession such as a pirate or a princess, or
something simpler, like a colour). Take advantage of this theme to
prepare him and his friends a party.

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PREPARE A COLOUR SAFARI
Prepare some simple rules, because although the game that we
propose is simple, it could end up in an argument if that vase you
thought was red during your whole life is actually orange. It´s a
colour safari. Pick a color, and on the count of 3, run away and
find as many objects around the house in that color (no need to
carry them, you can tag them with post-it notes with your name
on it).
Finally, the person who finds the most items in the selected
colour, wins.
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KEEP THE BALLOON IN THE AIR
All you have to do is keep a balloon in the air without dropping it.
The good thing is that balloons are harmless and don´t tend to
damage objects they may crash into, so here you can make your
own rules, but you have to comply with the following one: if it
falls on the ground, you lose.
GUESS WHAT I´M THINKING
We´d all like to be like Sherlock Holmes, so it´s good to train the
mind for when we want to use our deductive powers. To do this,
think of an object, and ask your kids to guess asking questions
that can only be answered with yes or no. You´ll oblige them to
think about the answers, to use their brains in an exercise that
will help develop their deductive powers.

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IMPROVISED STORIES
In these shared stories, one only knows how they start (“Once
upon a time…”) but never how they end (that´s the fun of the
game). Use a timer to change the narrator every 30 seconds.
This narrator will have to continue the story where the previous
narrator left it.
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PLAY WITH A SPINNING-TOP, A DIABOLO OR ANY
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SHIPWRECK ON A DESERT ISLAND
OTHER TRADITIONAL TOY
What? You don´t remember how it was done? That´s okay,
another reason to buy one and spend an afternoon in the park
learning for a second time. Thanks to its simplicity, we realize
that traditional games never go out of style.
Anytime is good to shipwreck for a while... The bed or a sofa can
become an island or a boat. Our mission in this game is to rescue
whoever has into fallen the sea; we can also signal for help by
waving a handkerchief, making sure not to leave our little island.

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LEARN TO SWIM
There is nothing better than to help our kids to lose their fear of
water from an early age. Use a child float (arm bands, inflatable
ring, foam tubes, etc ...) to keep them safe and help them complete
their first lengths.
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GET THE PHOTO ALBUMS OUT
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TAKE HIM TO THE SUPERMARKET
And begin telling stories about the people who appear. It´s a great
way for him to learn about the world before he came along, see
family he hasn´t met in person and teach him about relationships.
You´ll see how in no time he starts asking all sorts of things
whilst pointing at the photos.
There are loads of things you can do here, for example, let him
choose 1 item that he has never tried before, open him up to try
new things. Remind him that he can only choose one thing, so he
thinks wisely about his choice. You´ll keep him entertained, and at
the same time, we´re sure that he´ll surprise you.

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CREATE A WEATHER MAP
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HELP HIM TO CREATE AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT
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On a sheet of paper, make a table with 7 columns and 4 rows (one
for the days of the week, and the other three to separate
morning, afternoon and night). Now let him draw the weather in
each box depending on how that day turns out. This will give him
sense of time and will teach him to keep a chore responsibly.
We all dream of having superpowers and have the ability to
throw lightning bolts from our hands. To help them keep this
dream, and to also teach them some secrets of electricity, build
together a simple electrical circuit. A battery, some cable, a
switch and a small light bulb will be enough to get you started.
TEACH HIM TO MAKE BRACELETS
Because not every day does the sun shine and sometimes we
want a more relaxing activity, such as learning to make bracelets
with threads; it´s simple and very relaxing. Get coloured thread,
tie a knot at one end and start braiding. On the internet you can
find lots of types of knots and creative braids explained step by
step.

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CHEF FOR A DAY
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IMPROVISED STORYTELLING
Here´s a way to help develop their imagination in a very simple:
write random words on bits of paper and put them in a bowl. Let
him choose 4 at random. He then has to use those words to tell a
story.
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Put on an apron and get to work. For example, today we cook
pizza. A healthy and delicious food he will love. You can prepare
the dough (or buy it already made ) and start adding ingredients
that you like. Add your concoction to the oven, and once it´s done,
enjoy it like little kids.
TRAVEL AROUND THE WORLD
You can do it without leaving your chair, because a little
imagination can take you thousands and thousands of kilometers.
Get a globe, spin it and stop it with your finger on a random
country. Tell him a story about this country, its climate and its
people... A good way to have fun and learn at the same time.

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ABC AT HOME
Learning the alphabet can be fun, since all the objects around us
have a name. Therefore we propose to use post-it notes to help
name the things in your house. All you have to do is mark the
items that start with that letter (put a T on a table).
BUILD A FISHING ROD TO HOME
Nothing better than to spend a few moments acquiring skill,
therefore using a stick, a piece of string and something as a hook
(without tip, a flipped hanger will do), build a fishing rod to catch
stuffed animals from the sofa and this way rescue the bears that
are on the floor.
TRIP TO THE PHOTO BOOTH
Draw several types of glasses and mustaches on paper, cut them
out and use them to make funny pictures as if you were in a
photo booth. We recommend a white background (a wall or a
piece of cloth will do).

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PLAY WITH THE DICTIONARY
Do you think that analogue is dead? Not yet, grab a dictionary
from the shelf, propose a word at random and time how long it
takes him to find it.
CELEBRATE RECYCLING DAY
The international day that marks recycling day is May the 17th,
but you can celebrate it whenever you like. A few days before,
start storing anything that you were going to throw out, and
save them to build something. On the chosen day, take out your
box of collected items, and see how you can build something
amazing with them. We recommend you start with a big box of
detergent (as the body) and go adding smaller pieces to unleash
their imagination.
MAKE YOUR OWN NEWSPAPER
uy several newspapers (or use ones you have lying around at
home) to build your own front page.Use a photo of the family as
the main picture, and the add bits of words and phrases ... If the
end result looks good, don´t forget to frame it.

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HAVE FUN MAKING CHINESE SHADOWS
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PLAY 20 QUESTIONS
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THE MEMORY GAME
Have you always wanted to, and never known how to place your
hands? That´s no longer a problem, the Internet is here to help.
You start preparing a white sheet and a light source. Now
connect to the internet and see how you´ll find the basic postures
with a quick search. Start with basic shapes like the crocodile,
the dog or the eagle.
One of the players thinks of an object or a person, and the other
has 20 questions to try and guess what you´re thinking. Having
limited questions means that you have to carefully think the
questions you ask, which is perfect for the kings of the house. If
you want to make it more difficult, reduce the number of
questions by half.
Take a deck of cards and deal the cards face down on the floor or
table. Once there nicely placed, lift them up two at a time at
random and remember them. Now put them back in their place and
pick another two. When you´ve seen a couple of cards, you
should be able to pick up 2 identical ones from memory (with the
same number for example) in one go. Remove them from play, and
continue picking up pairs..

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WHO IS ROBIN HOOD?
Welcome to a game of archery, to start you will need to place
some figures and toys in a row on a table or the floor (choose
toys that aren´t fragile). On the other hand, get a rubber band
and a few pieces of paper to throw as if they were arrows. Take
turns and make a archery competition shootings figures. The
winner chooses the next activity from this list.
MINIGOLF AT HOME
Materials: a small squishy ball, and an umbrella with a curved
handle (use it upside down). Now that you have almost
everything, prepare a circuit around the house, you can use
pillows and magazines to make corners and define a circuit.
Remember, golf is a game of precision, not strength, the ball
should always roll along the floor..

37. Wow, it seems that we´ve arrived at
the end of the list. We hope that we´ve
given you plenty of ideas to keep your
kids entertained. There are some
activities that are best done exactly
as described, but the others,just adapt
them to your particular situation as
not all children are equal, and what one
may find interesting, another will
probably find boring.
We´d love you to tell us how your
experience with these activities we
propose goes, and if you know someone
you think that might like it, please
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