Having fun together
Ideas for activities
Its important for families to find opportunities for fun and laughter.
Some examples of games and activities, all the family to take part in:
- scavenger hunts
- word games
- making indoor dens
'In time of test, family is best' - Burmese Proverb
Let's get creative
If you and your child making things and getting creative, you could also try:
How to make a pom pom on the BBC Good Food website
How to make salt dough on the BBC Good Food website
Playdough recipe on the BBC Good Food website
How to make slime on the BBC Good Food website
Fun baking projects for children on the BBC Good Food website
Easiest-ever biscuits on the BBC Good Food website
How to make bubble mixture on the BBC Good Food website
Helpful links
Link | Age | Description | Cost |
Stuff to make and do | 5 to 11 years |
Activities and resources from Jersey Heritage
|
Free |
Durrell Wildlife puzzles and activities | 5 to 11 years |
Activities from Jersey Zoo
|
Free |
Ready Set Ride | 3 to 11 years |
Ideas to help parents teach their child to ride a bike |
Free |
Winnie The Pooh | 5 to 11 years |
Audio book by A. A. Milne (YouTube) Parental permission advised to access the site |
Free |
Mr Men and Little Miss | 5 to 11 years |
Printable resources based on the Mr Men and Little Miss characters Parental permission advised to access the site |
Free |
Origami | 9 to 11 years | Practice reading whilst following instructions to make origami animals | Free |
Making Musical Instruments | 3 to 11 years | Make musical instruments and record your child's performance | Free |
BBC Newsround | 5 to 11 years |
News and articles for children and young people
|
Free |
Classic Puzzles | 5 to 11 years | Classic games and puzzles against the computer | Free |
Jigzone | 5 to 11 years | Daily jigsaw puzzle | Free |
Smart Games | 5 to 11 years | Online puzzles | Free |