5 Screen-Free Activities for Children

Technology is inescapable nowadays, and many parents are worried that their children are spending too much time glued to their phones or other digital devices. It’s a fair concern, as too much time doing sedentary activities is bad for one’s mental and physical wellbeing. That being said, I have teamed up with an independent school in the West Midlands to share some ideas of screen-free activities you could arrange for your youngster…

Get Outdoors

There is so much to do outdoors, from gardening to bike rides, camping or building dens. Encourage your child to get some fresh air and exercise by ditching their devices and spending some time outside. Go to the park and take a walk or teach them how to plant seeds. The world is your oyster when it comes to exploring nature. 

Read a Book

Reading is a fantastic way for children to spend their time. It allows them to expand their vocabulary and become better at spelling and grammar, while also learning a range of general knowledge. Take a trip to the library and let your child pick out their own book so that it’s something they’re actually interested in.

Play Board Games

Board games are a great screen-free activity because they’re fun, sociable, and often educational. Monopoly, for instance, is great for supporting a child’s numeracy skills, while Scrabble can help them learn new words. 

Get Creative

Have you got a special occasion coming up, like someone’s birthday or wedding? If so, you could encourage your child to make their own card or even a hand-made present. Arty activities are great for stimulating your child’s imagination and creativity, as well as strengthening their fine motor skills.

Bake a Cake

Kitchen skills are important for children to develop. However, baking a cake or another tasty treat is also a fun and rewarding way to spend some time together and switch off the devices. 

These are just a few ideas to get you started; there are plenty of other things you can encourage your child to do, or do with them, that don’t involve digital devices. Perhaps you could visit a gallery or museum, go on a scavenger hunt, or spend a day at the farm or zoo. 

This is a collaborative post.