Will your family be participating in Screen-Free Week this year from April 29-May 5, 2019? It’s a time to unplug from phones, tablets and television (unless it is for work or school assignments) and do other activities instead. We’ve gathered up some suggestions on fun ways to keep your kiddos busy!
Head to a New Park or Playground
- 10 Amazing Columbus Parks
- 6 “Mud-Free” Parks with Alternative Surfaces
- Family Directory: Playground Finder
- Get Outside- Central Ohio Metro Park Style
- 4 Metro Parks to Explore with Kids
- Central Ohio Parks That Spark Imagination
- Get Outside in Delaware County
Go on a Treasure Hunt
Check Things Off Your Spring Bucket List
Interact with Animals
Get Crafty
Get Moving
Indoor Ideas
- Guide to Indoor Play Areas
- Open Gym/Play Roundup
- 20 Things to Do with Young Kids When You’re Stuck Inside
- Rainy Day Toddler Fun
- Busy Bag Ideas for Indoor Play
Listen to a Story
Explore an Area of Town You Haven’t Visited Before
Immerse Yourself in Nature
- Head to Franklin Park Conservatory
Help Others
Get the Family Involved in Spring Cleaning
Play a Game
Go Bowling
- Sign up for the Kids Bowl Free Program
Read
- Chapter Books for Children
- Books for adults (recommended by the Columbus Moms Blog Team)
Head to a Happy Hour
It seems like it is more and more common for parents and children these days to be on phones, tablets or watching tv. We’ve written several posts on this topic sharing different perspectives.
Screen Time Related posts
- In Defense of Screen Time
- Our Kids and Technology: Two Perspectives
- 11 Ways to Reduce Mom “Screen Time”
- Mother’s Little Helper
If you do sneak in some screen time, be sure to check out Columbus Moms Blog. 🙂