Fun Ideas to Do While Babysitting
Cranky babies?Moody kids? Or just plain bored? We have the answer for you. It’s easier to manage the kids if they are kept busy. They are less likely to bring trouble if they are occupied. Think of activities that you can do together; this way you will also develop a bond with them. Read the ideas below to make your babysitting time a lot more fun.
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Games
They are simple and don’t need a lot of preparation. There are many options: old favorites like “123 redlight” or “Simon says”, it’s better to play them outside. There are others which can be enjoyed inside: numerous board games, passing the parcel etc. Also include a goody bag for whoever wins. It will be an incentive for the kids.
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Pick an animated movie
It will keep the kids in their seats; you don’t have to worry about them wandering outside. Act as if you are in a cinema: give them their shares of popcorn in personal bowls, make fake movies tickets an turn off the lights when the movie starts. This will give a cinema effect and keep them exited.
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Act out plays
Sit down with the children and help them in making up a story for their play. You can also act with them on famous movies. Singing and dancing on favorite tracks can also be included. It will bring out their creativity.
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Bake
Baking is an activity that can be enjoyed together. Children love the feeling of doing things themselves. Let them mix the batter and create different shapes out of it. Then put icing on them end make them colorful. It will also make them proud that they are eating a cookie which they baked.
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Crafts
Once you get involved in this, time passes quickly. Include activities like finger painting, making cards, cutting out creative shapes and making a collage. Kids love art work and will happily get busy in this.
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