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Surviving lockdown with children - text version

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Some tips to help keep you and your kids occupied and entertained during a lockdown.

  • Spend time in the garden
  • Make play dough
  • Do some painting and have an art show
  • Read to your child daily
  • Have tea parties with imaginary friends
  • Organise a treasure hunt
  • Create play areas using pillows and sheets
  • Try to limit screen time to when you really need a break!

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Last reviewed: August 2021


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