Here are some fun activities that can be enjoyed with kids aged 3-5:
1. Crafts and drawing - Encourage creativity by providing materials like coloring books, finger paints, play dough, and other art supplies.
2. Cooking and baking - Teach kids how to cook simple recipes like pancakes or cookies, and let them help with measuring, mixing and decorating.
3. Outdoor play - Go for a walk, have a picnic, play tag or hide-and-seek, or have a water fight on a hot day.
4. Board games - Play simple board games like Chutes and Ladders.
5. Sensory activities - Fill a bin with rice, beans, or sand, and let kids play and explore with their hands.
6. Music and dancing - Turn on some fun music and dance together.
7. Reading - Read together, and let them choose the book. Encourage them to point out pictures and ask questions about the story.
8. Building - Use building blocks or legos to build towers, houses, or even people.
9. Pretend play - Use costumes, props, and toys to play dress-up and pretend to be different characters.
10. Nature scavenger hunt - Make a list of things to find in nature like flowers, leaves, or bugs and explore the park or your backyard together.
Remember, the goal is to have fun and create positive memories, so don’t stress over making everything perfect!