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Sustainable School Holiday Activities

Keeping the little ones busy during the school holidays with arts & crafts

When kids aren’t at school, they have a lot of spare time, and as such, they can often find it hard to find things to do. Sustainable School Holiday Activities are the answer to solving this problem, as they keep the little ones entertained whilst staying active and learning about nature.

Most schools now encourage sustainable school holiday activities as part of their curriculums, with children encouraged to go out and explore the natural world that surrounds them, learning about different flora and fauna, as well as creative activities they can do at home such as our DIY kits!

Here are some of my favourite Sustainable School Holiday Activities for kids aged 5-12 years;

Camping

Camping is an activity that allows kids to get out and explore the great outdoors. It makes a fun family experience, with campfires and roasted marshmallows an essential part of any camping trip! Kids can also learn basic survival skills such as building a den or finding food in the forest. It’s a great outdoor activity that will keep kids entertained for hours, and one for the whole family to get involved in on holidays for little cost!

Story Cubes

These are ideal to take camping or play in the back of the car.

Kids can participate in Sustainable School Holiday Activities by playing games with their parents or siblings, and our Story Cubes is a great game for getting children’s creativity flowing! It’s suitable for all the family and allows kids to develop their own stories actively! The more they play it, the better they’ll get at thinking up new adventures and scenarios, which is great to start getting their minds back into school-mode.

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One Sustainable School Holiday Activity that remains a favourite is swimming in local pools, lagoons or a beach if you’re lucky to live close to one! We’re so lucky to live in the beautiful Sunshine Coast, where my girls can go and frolic in the ocean waves and warm evening air. It’s an activity that gets kids active while having fun, building their confidence in water, and encouraging them to live healthier lifestyles.


Nature Art Designs

Another great way to develop kids’ skills is to get them involved in nature art designs. These are fun for all the family and allow children to use their creativity outdoors. You can teach your kids about different types of leaves by looking at leaf prints and then transforming them into a poster or postcards to send to family and friends. Here are some great ideas with our Botanical Bunting Kit if you’re looking for inspiration.


Hiking

For Sustainable School Holiday Activities that are a little more active, why not try hiking? It helps develop muscle strength and endurance and improves balance and coordination skills. There are also great views to enjoy along the way, so kids will have fun exploring their local area while challenging themselves.


Flower Pressing

Another fun nature-based activity is flower pressing! All you need is a few flowers and leaves to create your own mini art gallery. Children can take their time and choose the type of flowers and leaves they want and then press them in books or magazines to create lasting memories. You can also add patterns using different paper types for an even more unique design.

School Holiday Activities are a great way to keep the kids entertained and active while teaching them about sustainability. In this article, you discovered exciting, educational, and fun activities for children aged 5 to 12 years. The activities listed here should inspire you with ideas on planning eco-friendly family fun during the holidays or summer break. Whether it’s camping, hiking, fishing or flower pressing – there’s something for everyone! Let us know if we’ve missed any Sustainable School Holiday Activities that your children love doing too.

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