Thanksgiving Break – one week of the kids home from school but it also filled with some exciting and sometimes stressful family time. Many times, I have great intentions on what I want to do that week but then it goes by quickly and I have missed it.
This year, it can be different. By just taking some time to plan and be intentional, you can set yourself up for success on making some incredible memories as a family!
Make a Schedule and Bucket List
**And then put it where everyone can see it!
- This does NOT have to be a detailed schedule of hour by hour. Some of your kids (or you) need that, others of you, that stresses you out. You can have a simple schedule that today there will be outside time, lunch, water day, snack, rest time.
- Let them know what time snack and meal times are!!! Good gracious! I think I hear a million times a day “I’m hungry”.
- It will also be helpful to let them know where they are going or who is staying with them if you are still working. I have found that having this written out where they can see what is happening has not only helped alleviate unnecessary questions but it helps them know how to plan their days.
- Bucket List – what are a few fun things you want to do? Go for a hike, play games (play pie face is currently on our list!!), invite a friend over, draw leaves, etc.
Crafts
- Pinterest is YOUR FRIEND! Just find some simple crafts for the kids to do.
- Scavenger Hunts are the best for our family! They are also great to do while fixing Thanksgiving Dinner and you don’t want the kids in the kitchen!
- Dollar Store will be your friend for some cheap supplies!
Library
- Not only does this count as a “field trip” but we also have a rule that if you say “I’m bored” then you have to read a book for 30 minutes!
What else do you do during Thanksgiving Break to really make the most of your time together as a family?
