Parenthood is all about balance, especially during this pandemic. We want to provide our kids with recreational activities that not only supplement their studies and captivate their creativity but also keep them happy and entertained (and out of our hair).<\/p>\n
If you’re looking for an itinerary of fun yet productive virtual activities to keep your children moving, here are some indoor pastimes that kids of any age will enjoy:<\/p>\n
Soccer Set up camp Paint away Enroll them in magic school<\/strong> Learn an instrument<\/strong> Build a bot Go to the zoo Brush up on tennis moves<\/b>
\n<\/strong>If your child likes soccer,\u00a0Super Soccer Stars\u00a0at Home Virtual Classes<\/a><\/span> will be your lifesaver. Kids can take virtual classes and they can even do it with their friends to make it more of a group activity. The best part? These lessons are created to play in small areas, like your living room. Score!<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>On April 1, Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard launched\u00a0Camp Hello Bello<\/a><\/span>. It\u2019s just like spending summer by the lake and roasting marshmallows under a star-lit sky, but virtual. You can partake in sing-a-longs, exercise, dance parties, arts and crafts, cooking lessons, and even magic. If you’ve got a tent handy, we suggest pitching it in the living room or backyard and having a safer-at-home camping experience with your family.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Unleash their inner artist. For children who are six to 18-years-old, head to\u00a0Sparketh<\/a><\/span> and unlock over 1,000 art video lessons.<\/p>\n
\nEven though an owl won\u2019t be delivering your child a letter of acceptance to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, those in grades two through six can feel that thrill by becoming a student of the\u00a0Ultimate Magic Academy<\/a><\/span>. Added bonus: They teach life-skills or what they call, \u201cThe 8 Traits of a True Magician,\u201d which enlighten kids on how to be \u201crespectful, enthusiastic, humble, authentic, giving, prepared, creative, and confident.\u201d<\/p>\n
\nThere are so many ways that kids can learn how to play a variety of instruments.\u00a0The ONE Light Keyboard<\/a><\/span> (for kids three and up) will have them tickling the ivories in no time. If piano just won’t do it,\u00a0Yousician<\/a><\/span> teaches guitar, piano, bass guitar, ukulele, and even singing lessons.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Calling all future coders! Kids can get some STEM education and have a blast when they utilize\u00a0Wonder Workshop\u2019s Dash Simulator<\/a><\/span> to program a virtual Dash robot. They are currently accepting sign-ups for beta access\u00a0for May.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Sadly, we can\u2019t take a trip to the zoo, but that doesn\u2019t mean that your child can\u2019t have some quality time with the animals.\u00a0Google\u2019s AR Animals<\/a><\/span> are sure to bring a smile to any face. Just read the instructions and take a virtual walk on the wild side with some 3D wildlife.<\/p>\n
\nThe official youth tennis brand of the United States Tennis Association (USTA),\u00a0Net Generation<\/a><\/span>,\u00a0is acing this pandemic by providing kids with digital \u201ctennis tips, fun activities, and tennis-themed educational content to keep everyone in the family active.\u201d<\/p>\n