Before we get working on those homework to-do lists, be sure to check off some of these family-friendly, at-home activities!
- Create a ‘thank you’ sign for delivery, postal or waste management workers.
- Plant something.
- Try a new recipe.
- Have a picnic.
- Camp in the yard.
- Send a letter to a friend.
- Learn a new skill from YouTube.
- Donate clothing or toys.
- Order takeout from a restaurant you’ve never tried before.
- Build a fort.
- Watch a parent or grandparent’s favorite childhood movie.
- Host a Zoom playdate or game night with friends.
- Create a family dance move or hand shake.
- Attend a virtual exercise class together.
- (Optional) If you experience COVID-19 symptoms or may have been exposed, get tested!
Why is it important to stay at home?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, COVID-19 primarily spreads among people who are in close contact (within about 6 feet) for a prolonged period. Spread happens when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks, and droplets from their mouth or nose are launched into the air and land in the mouths or noses of people nearby.
Although the risk of severe illness may be different for everyone, anyone can get and spread COVID-19. Everyone has a role to play in slowing the spread and protecting themselves, their family and their community.
In addition to practicing everyday steps to prevent COVID-19, keeping space between you and others is one of the best tools we have to avoid being exposed to this virus and slowing its spread in communities.
We hope you and your family stay safe and healthy the rest of the season. Drop us a comment below to share your favorite activity from the end-of-summer bucket list!
