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Here are some activities you can do with children around the house.

Just for fun!

• If your children like a challenge, this ‘Win it in a Minute’ toolkit has lots of ideas for hours of fun. They can build the tallest tower, have an egg and spoon race or pick up the most sweets only using a straw! 
• The CBBC website has lots to keep children entertained, including interactive quizzes, puzzles, gaming information and news from the BBC for children
• Check out this list of 100 things to do indoors for some inspiration!

Creativity

• The All Kids Network has lots of worksheets, colouring pages, quizzes and craft activities you can download 
• Highlights Kids. Fun games, recipes, crafts and activities
• National Geographic Kids has lots of activities and quizzes.
• What Was There is a unique way to help children learn about historyType in any city, state, or country to view an archive of historical photographs and other documents. 
• Learn to draw with this children’s illustrator with short videos to help!
• Virtual art classes for all ages with Rebecca Strickson. You can also follow Rebecca's Instagram, Twitter and Tumblr accounts for updates.
• 30 day lego challenge

Books and story telling

• Listen to children’s books read by famous people at Story Line Online
• Listen to astronauts read stories from space at Story Time from Space

Physical activity and relaxation

• HapiRCT are launching Facebook Live classes for children and families including singing, family fit and Pilates. 
• Here For You For Them has a Mindful Family Toolbox including yoga, breathing techniques and family activities.

Culture

• Have a virtual tour around 30 different zoos and museums 

Quick tip!

You can do a simple prize hunt – why not hide images or objects around the house for the children to find, the one that collects the most wins a prize!