The Summer Holiday Survival Guide
Six weeks is a long time. Somewhere between the first-day excitement and the fifth rendition of “I’m boooored”, even the best-laid plans start running a little thin.
So, here are four easy activities that go beyond another trip to the park or an afternoon glued to a screen. No big shop. No complicated prep. Just simple ideas to keep them busy, make a few memories and buy you a little breathing room.
Host a garden games day
Turn the garden into your own mini games arena. Set up a sock-sliding race, try a three-legged race or see who can jump the furthest.
Keep score on a piece of cardboard and make medals from paper plates for the all-important ceremony afterwards. It costs next to nothing, gets everyone outside and will almost certainly end with an unnecessarily dramatic victory lap.
Once the competition is over, kids’ bean bags make the perfect podium-side seats. They’re also ideal for the inevitable post-games collapse.
Make an at-home cinema
Close the curtains, gather every cushion and bean bag (adult or kids) in the house and let the kids build their own cinema.
Add popcorn, homemade tickets and a film they can agree on. Admittedly, that final part may take a while.
Our kids’ bean bags are made for afternoons like these. They’re low enough to properly settle into, light enough to move in front of the best view and much comfier than slowly sliding off the sofa.
You may even get a full film’s worth of quiet. No promises.
Start a boredom jar
Ask everyone to write five activities on separate pieces of paper, fold them up and drop them into a jar.
The next time “I’m bored” makes an appearance, they pick one out. That’s the activity. No swaps, no negotiations and no pretending they suddenly cannot read.
Because the ideas came from them, there’s less room to complain about your choices. Keep the jar beside their usual reading, gaming or lounging spot, ready for the next emergency.
Comfort between the chaos
However the summer unfolds, every busy day needs somewhere to slow down.
From garden games and cinema afternoons to reading corners and much-needed quiet time, our kids’ bean bags give them a comfy spot for whatever comes next. Easy to move, made for real homes and ready to go wherever the day takes them.
Don’t just fill the holidays. Make them feel like summer.
FAQ's
What can children do during the summer holidays at home?
Simple activities such as garden games, an at-home cinema or a boredom jar can make an ordinary day feel more exciting. They need very little preparation and can be adapted to suit different ages, spaces and weather.
How can I keep children entertained without screens?
Try activities that give them a small challenge or a role to play, such as organising a games day, making cinema tickets or choosing ideas for a boredom jar. Giving them some ownership usually helps keep them interested for longer.
What can children do when it rains during the summer holidays?
Bring the fun indoors with a film afternoon, reading corner, craft activity or indoor treasure hunt. A comfortable bean bag gives them their own spot to settle into once the weather changes the plan.
Are kids’ bean bags suitable for indoor and outdoor use?
It depends on the fabric. Our indoor and outdoor kids’ bean bags are made with durable, water-resistant material for use in the garden as well as around the home. Indoor-only styles should be kept inside and away from wet weather.
Are kids’ bean bags easy to move?
Yes. Their lightweight, bead-filled design makes them easy to move between bedrooms, living rooms, playrooms and the garden, so their comfy spot can follow whatever they are doing next.
Do kids’ bean bags come with filling included?
Yes. Our kids’ bean bags arrive with the bead filling included, so they are ready to become part of the day without a separate search for the right filling.
How do I choose the right kids’ bean bag?
Think about where it will be used and what your child enjoys doing. A high-back style works well for reading and gaming, while a classic or lounger shape gives them more room to stretch out, play and relax.
