Heavy rains ask us to stay at home for safety. While this can mean more time with children, parents who still have to work while keeping their kids occupied and engaged may not always find it easy. However, it’s not impossible! Create memories and brighten your days through these simple and low-cost indoor activities that will chase the rainy day gloom away!
Got a pile of used papers sitting around? It’s time to turn them into beautiful masterpieces! There are a lot of designs you could choose from depending on your desired level of difficulty. You could start by making a cherry blossom or swan, then eventually do more complex patterns like a snowflake or a gift box. If you’re unsure where to start, you can always consult a tutorial online. This Japanese art of paper folding will not only fill your time, it will also extract your entire family’s creative juices. Who knows, you might think of more creative projects while folding papers!
Craving for snacks on a rainy day? Create your own charcuterie board with the kids and incorporate all your favorites in one plate. You don’t need to go out and shop. For this activity, use what you have in your pantry! Start your canvas with a rectangular plate, and include sliced fruits, crackers, nuts, cheese, ham and even chocolates and chips if you want! You are free to decide on its composition, its portion size as well as its arrangement. This could also be a great way for you to teach your kids how to eat healthy by highlighting a balanced meal and sharing the food’s nutritional facts.
Turn your pajamas or robe as a dress code for a spa day right inside your home! Fill your bedroom or living room with the scent of your favorite essential oil for a complete setup. You can either have a ready-to-use facial mask that can be bought in local stores or even have more fun by making your own. Couple it with cucumber slices to cool your eyes. You may opt for additional “services” such as massage, manicure, pedicure and foot spa for maximum relaxation. End your self-care spree by sipping a hot chocolate drink or tea.
Dreaming of modeling on the runway? It’s time to check your closet and choose your top three best outfits with matching accessories. You can even pick a theme depending on upcoming events or recreate the look of your favorite fashion icon. Play that upbeat music in the background (e.g. OMG by Usher feat will.i.am or Don’t Stop the Music by Rihanna) while flaunting your attire in the catwalk (aka the living room or hallway). Don’t forget to strike a pose and take photos to capture those stunning poses!
Fun wouldn’t be complete without playing games. You might already be familiar with how this game works: pretending that the floor is made of lava so your feet should be off the ground. To make it more exciting, you can try different variations that would level up the challenge. Instead of standing on furniture or pillows, you can place papers of different colors, letters or numbers and ask the players to jump on a specific color, letter or number. It could also be made a learning activity for older kids by scattering random words on the floor. Players would then jump on the correct spelling of the word mentioned or its synonyms or antonyms. Your imagination is the limit when it comes to this game.
Feeling sentimental on a rainy day? Express your thoughtfulness and gratitude to your loved ones by giving them a handmade beaded jewelry. You would only need an elastic cord and colorful beads to start. There are a lot of patterns you can follow, from the simplest to the most intricate. To make it more personalized, you can even incorporate their nickname or initials if you have alphabet beads. It is not just a fancy souvenir; this could also be another idea for a side hustle.
If the weather permits you to go out and hit the roads, why don’t you check out the Digital National Art Museum? Have a nature-inspired immersive experience that would indulge all your senses. Check the one inside the Manila Ocean Park Compound and enjoy the sights and sounds to tame the rainy day blues!
Which of these activities are you interested in doing? Share with us your creation or your family’s rainy day activities in the comment section!