Are you one of millions of parents who has recently taken on the responsibility of “at home teacher” as well? It’s just another hat you’ve got to wear during these unpredictable times, and we know it can feel quite overwhelming. While online courses and take-home packets certainly provide the material, often it falls on mom and dad’s shoulders to keep little ones engaged, excited, and ready to take on each day.
So, to help, and to keep the creative juices flowing here are just a few fun activities you can add to your in-home curriculum:
Got a Kodiak Cakes box laying around? We’re pulling inspiration from My Teaching Station to make a Kodiak Cakes Box Guitar.
Here’s what you’ll need:
Making your guitar:
Light up your kids nighttime fort or tent by turning empty Kodiak Cakes Bear Bites boxes into night lamps. You can even incorporate science class by printing out constellations in the night sky to cut into your lamp! First though, empty those remaining bear bites into a bowl to have a snack on hand.
Here’s what you’ll need:
Making your night lamp:
You’ll certainly want to have a few snacks on hand during a long day of learning. So, why not prep for the whole week during one of your afternoon activities together? Our Bear Bite Trail Mix recipe is packed with the nutrients you’ll all need to keep your brains alert and ready to learn. The best part is, you can customize your trail mix to fit your taste.
Here’s what you’ll need:
Making your trail mix:
What creative learning activities are you doing with your kids at home? Share your ideas with us on social media by tagging @kodiakcakes.