Winter can often feel quite dreary due to the darker nights and colder evenings. However, it is possible to reclaim the season and have some festive fun with your family and friends. Try and make the winter break less mundane by planning some simple activities that everyone will enjoy.
- Embrace the Outdoors: Winter Walks & Snow Games
An easy way of getting the kids out of the house is by chucking them outside! A lot of fun can be had outdoors, plus it allows them to burn off that extra energy. Whether it’s a simple walk through the woods, a scavenger hunt in the snow, or even sledging (when the weather permits), getting outside is great for everyone.
A recent study found that a third of children do not play outdoors, despite all the accompanying health benefits. Fresh air and movement can improve a child’s physical and mental health, allow them to develop a love for nature, and help them improve their social skills. Additionally, it can help them regulate their emotions and sleep better at night, making it beneficial for the whole family.
- Try Something New: Snow Sports & Resort Experiences
If you want to try something new and escape the UK for a while, you could explore different ski resorts that cater to families. The majority of resorts offer some sort of beginner or easy slope, along with dedicated ski schools, making them perfect for little ones who want to learn a new sport. Andorra ski holidays are popular, and particularly well-suited to families, with beginner-friendly terrain and professional instructors on hand.
Ultimately, the experience of trying out a new sport together creates excitement and lifelong memories. The change in environment can also be a refreshing change from everyday routines.
- Make It Cosy: Indoor Fun & Winter Evenings
It’s important to counter active days with more relaxed ones and create cosy evenings in to allow everyone to relax and refresh. Simple activities like board game nights, or hot chocolate and a film are great ways to entertain the children and bond.
During the day, if the weather is particularly bad, and you want to keep everyone active, you could visit a local indoor play area. You could arrange to meet other families there, so that you can catch up with friends whilst the kids go off and play. These kinds of days are great as they tend to be less structured, but still enjoyable.
- Create Winter Traditions: Annual Adventures & Memory-Making
Creating winter traditions that everyone looks forward to each year is a great way to connect with family members. Studies show that children who participate and are brought up with family traditions are more likely to develop stronger emotional bonds and have a greater sense of identity.
Choose one ‘must-do’ activity to complete every winter. Little rituals like pancakes on the first day of snow can add a touch of excitement to those bleak days and change ordinary moments into cherished memories.
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