How to keep your bored kids entertained

Looking for ways to keep your kids entertained when they complain about having nothing to do? There are plenty of great activities out there! Make sure your kids never get bored by finding awesome toys and sports equipment for sale on Junk Mail.

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1. Invest in sporting equipment

Basic sporting equipment requires a minimal investment while offering your children hours of fun. Try buying a soccer or tennis ball to start off with. Your kids can keep themselves entertained outdoors or you can enjoy getting some exercise as a family. Sport gives your children’s health a boost and develops motor skills. From self-care tasks to school work, motor skills are beneficial for a range of tasks. Throwing, catching, and kicking also helps improve hand-eye coordination.

2. Games night

Struggling to keep your kids entertained in the evenings? Try to start a regular family games night. With so many games to choose from, it’s easy to find a few options your whole family enjoys. Take turns to pick the game so that everyone gets the opportunity to play their favourite one. This gives you time to bond with your loved ones and results in lots of fun and laughter!

3. Spend time in the garden

Gardening is a fun activity for the whole family. Not only is it good to get some fresh air, but you’ll also be able to spend quality time together. Gardening can be a great educational activity as your children learn more about the different types of plants as well. Try planting beans in a cup so that your children can watch their progress before you plant them in the garden. Children will also learn to take care of their plants, which will teach them responsibility. The great news is that you can find a range of useful and affordable gardening tools for sale on Junk Mail.

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4. Read books

Start a collection of books to keep your kids entertained. They can read the books by themselves or you could read to your kids before they go to sleep. If you tell the stories to your children before bed, you can ask them questions afterwards to improve their listening and comprehension skills. This is a good opportunity for parents to spend quality time with their kids if they have limited time available after work.

5. Bike rides

Depending on the size of your yard, your kids can enjoy riding their bicycles outside in the yard. Alternatively, you can take your kids out to ride their bikes in the street or even take them to the park. Your kids will get rid of their extra energy during these family adventures. Not only will they enjoy it, but you’ll also be getting fit at the same time.

6. Sensory Bin

Little kids love sensory bins. You can place a range of objects in the sensory bin depending on the age of your child. You’ll need to be careful of any small objects young children can put in their mouths. Make sure that you monitor your little ones when they’re doing this activity. Rice, spoons, measuring cups, and small toys make great additions to the sensory bin.

7. Crafting

Crayons, paper, and coloured pencils are a great foundation for any craft box. You can add colourful paper, glue sticks, and scissors depending on the age of the child. If you don’t mind things getting messy, you can set up painting activities for your children. Finger paints are an excellent option for your little ones.

Feeling inspired? Find toys and games for sale on Junk Mail today. Whether you’re looking for family games or activities to keep your kids entertained by themselves, there’s something for everyone.