Take a Hike:

The weather in parts of the country is starting to turn brisk, but old man winter has not quite swept in yet. Get outside for a nice hike. No TV, no distractions, just the whole family enjoying quality time together. This time of year is especially wonderful. While autumn weather sometimes requires an extra layer, the gorgeous changing leaves more than make up for the rosy cheeks.

Bon Appétit:

Family cooking allows for quality time that is purpose driven. If you do not like to cook, why not follow the old adage that many hands make light work. Plus you may be surprised what delicious dishes your kids come up with. For younger kids, have them help you with the main course. Older kids and teens can be charged with appetizers/sides or the favorite…dessert! Need ideas, Lakeside.com has a variety of cookbooks perfect for whatever type of chef you are. A personal favorite, Delicious Treats Cookbooks, is full of creative and scrumptious sweets you can make right at home.

Family Game Night

A classic but favorite. For littler kids, the 4-1 Disney board game set is easy-to-learn and fun for ages 3 and up. Older kids will love 5 Second Rule. This game has a simple premise, just name 3 of something. But under the pressure of the clock, drawing a blank when trying to name 3 breeds or dogs, or saying a silly answer like ‘Justin Beiber’ for name 3 famous bald people is bound to happen!

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The Easter games below go back to ancient times, they are oldies but goodies.  Enjoy in the fun rituals and traditions that Easter brings.

1. Coloring Eggs: you can make this easy by buying a kit or use food dye, also try brown eggs- this earth tone color really helps bring out the dye color.

2. Easter Egg Hunt: kids will have fun trying to find the hidden eggs or candy.

3. Decorating Hats: get the creativity flowing by decorating hats, you can use an old hat or buy one at a dollar store.  Adding the flowers or plastic eggs make these hats very colorful.

4. Egg Toss: this is messy but fun, highly suggest to do this one outdoors!  If this is too messy for you, try passing the egg on a spoon game.

5. Easter Pinata: as if you didn’t have enough candy, kids always seem to enjoy hitting a pinata to get even more candy.

Any games or ideas you would like to add to this list?