1.
Water Hose
Some of my fondest memories are from playing with a water hose. My grandparents made a game of it and we all loved it.
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2.
Go to the Park
Trips to the park will give your child/children an opportunity to use up a lot of energy and possibly give you a chance to breath. (Depending on your child’s age)
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3.
YMCA
Most cities have a local YMCA with many different activities to keep your child entertained. Family memberships are available to help reduce overall cost.
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4.
Walking Trail
Find a walking trail and you and your child/children can go together and enjoy nature, spend bonding time and exercise at the same time.
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5.
Museums
Many museums are free or have a very small charge. This will allow you the opportunity to do something you love and introduce your child/children to culture at the same time.
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6.
Yard Sales
Take your child to a yard sale. Let them pick out a few inexpensive treasures while teaching them the value of money at the same time.
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7.
Plant a Flower Garden
Plant a small flower garden with your child/children and let them know it is for the both of you to care for. You may be surprised at how thrilled some children become also another form of teaching reasonability.
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8.
Need your Car Washed?
Seriously, who has time to wash the car these days? While we fond this a chore many kids find it exciting. Who doesn’t love suds?
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9.
Summer Camps
There are still many affordable summer camps out there.
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10.
Keep Items on Hand for Rainy Days
Keep age appropriate items on hand for a rainy day. Small children you could keep sticker books, coloring books and crayons. Buy some inexpensive toys and have them hidden bring them out on the rainy day
For older kids you could buy a bit higher priced items when they are at a good clearance price.
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11.
Pick Some Leaves
Pick some leaves with your child and get some books from the library and identify them.
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