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Activities to keep the family entertained

If you’re looking for some creative ideas to keep the family entertained then we’ve got you covered. Here’s a list of 12 things you can do to stay creative during lockdown.

1. Promote good vibes only by writing a list of five positive things happening in our world right now.
2. Search your home for three interesting objects to photograph or draw.
3. Explore the outdoors by collecting materials from the garden or whilst out for a walk to create a 3D collage.
4. Create your own comic book with characters, a mission and a resolution.
5. Create your own cooking programme by filming yourself baking or cooking and perform as though you’re on a show while you work.
6. Take a break from technology and minimise your screen time by reading a chapter of your favourite book before you go to bed.
7. Play a game of ‘Would you rather?’ to spark some interesting conversations and inspire some creative questions.
8. Schedule in some ‘Think Time’ by writing a diary or a blog to write down your thoughts and creative ideas.
9. Make a timetable of things you did today or things you would like to do tomorrow. This will encourage you to pause and reflect on your day and how you’re feeling.
10. Perform three acts of kindness.
11. Create your own news reports by setting up a studio and recording yourself reporting your own exciting news.
12. Write a list of six things you’re good at and teach a family member one of your brilliant skills.