Explore Fun Spring School Holiday Activities
Searching for fun, easy ways to keep the kids busy these spring school holidays? Look no further!
Spring offers a fantastic opportunity to get outside, making the most of the transition to warmer weather and exploring the wonders of nature. Alternatively, when the wind is still a little too chilly, the holidays are a great time to settle in and put your craft skills to the test.
There’s no better way to use your free time — and incorporate a little extra learning — than these fun school holiday activities that celebrate some of your favourite storytellers.
Get Out in Nature
In spring, the earth comes back to life, and there’s no shortage of wildlife on the prowl. This provides a unique opportunity to learn more about native animals — and investigate their habitats. During the day, take a hike, or head out on a mangrove scavenger hunt. When night falls, dig up a torch, and search through the dark for signs of possums and other nocturnal animals.
Spring is also a great time for gardening, with flowers galore finally coming into bloom! Try planting a native garden of wildflowers or edible berries. Here, you can learn about sustainability and food cycles, all while attracting pollinators — bees and butterflies — to your garden. Prep for upcoming school fetes and start some pots to donate to the garden sale with cuttings from around the yard.
Want to really enjoy some time outdoors —and away from screens? Choose a warm night and set up the tent for a spot of backyard camping. Toast marshmallows, tell stories, and listen to the sounds of the wild at night.
Exercise Your Craft Skills
If you’d prefer to spend your spring indoors, there are plenty of fun craft projects you can try. Why not collect pinecones and infuse them with eucalyptus or essential oils? They are a great way to bring nature inside and welcome a sweet scene into the home.
Alternatively, celebrate the colours of spring with a special seasonal artwork. Use paint to create a picture of the changing landscape. Better yet, create a unique mosaic piece using cut-up coloured paper or leaves.
Keen to bring a little storytelling flair into your spring days? Settle in to read your favourite children’s stories — we recommend the adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie. After reading, dream up your own craft ideas, and use natural resources to bring the characters and settings to life.
More Activity Ideas
The fun doesn’t have to stop. There are plenty of great kids’ activities you can explore to make these holidays the best yet.
With a little creativity, anything is possible, from crafting your own nature-inspired story to uncovering natural magic in your own backyard. What will you discover this spring break?
