Winter Fun Made Easy: Growing Together’s Winter Activity Guide for You and Your Child

As the temperature drops and the days get shorter, it can be tough to keep your little one entertained indoors. But don’t worry — Growing Together has created the perfect solution to help you and your child embrace the magic of winter, even when the weather outside is frightful! Our Winter Activity Guide is packed with exciting, creative, and educational activities that will keep your child engaged, active, and having fun all season long.

Sensory Play: Fun for the Senses

Winter doesn’t have to mean staying cooped up with nothing to do. Sensory play is an incredible way to keep your child’s brain engaged while they explore different textures, temperatures, and materials.

Obstacle Course: Burn Off Energy

An obstacle course is the perfect way to channel energy into something fun and constructive. With a few household items like pillows, blankets, chairs, OR any of the items below, you can easily create an exciting indoor obstacle course that challenges your child’s agility, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Hide & Seek: Classic Fun with a Twist

Hide & Seek is a timeless game that never gets old — and it’s a wonderful activity to play indoors during winter. Not only does it bring plenty of giggles and surprises, but it also helps your child develop their problem-solving and spatial awareness skills. You can always add a creative twist to make the game even more exciting with the use of the items below!

Cooking Together: Warm Up In the Kitchen

Winter is a great time to spend more time in the kitchen, and what better way to do that than by cooking together? Kids love getting involved in cooking, and it’s an amazing way to bond while teaching them essential life skills. Plus, they’ll feel a sense of pride when they get to enjoy the food they helped prepare.

Building Together: Let the Imagination Soar

Building is not just for Legos! Whether it's stacking, constructing, or even molding, building activities spark your child’s creativity and develop their fine motor skills. You can use everyday items like cardboard boxes, blankets, and the items below to create amazing structures and imaginative worlds.

Winter doesn’t have to mean dull days inside — it’s an opportunity to get creative, get moving, and make lasting memories with your child. Stay cozy, stay active, and most importantly, HAPPY PLAYING! ❄️