yeknomyeknom Posted May 2, 2020 Author Share Posted May 2, 2020 Find 2 free adorable printables (decorate a house and decorate a face) on this site https://www.merrileeliddiardshop.com/printables Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1417402 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 4, 2020 Author Share Posted May 4, 2020 Here are some fun videos from Anna & Arji?s Art Cupboard. These guys usually do large scale interactive art but have scaled it down for ideas for families to do together at home.https://www.alineart.co.uk/watch-make-do Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1417575 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 5, 2020 Author Share Posted May 5, 2020 Today we made bath bombs. There are many online tutorials but not all ingredients were available to us, so after some research I was able to boil down what makes a successful bath bomb (Ie fizzing balls) to 2 simple ingredients. Here is what we did:Mix 3 parts bicarbonate of soda with 1 part citric acid (very cheaply acquired or in many homes that clean naturally).Put both in a bowl, then spray with maybe 3 or 4 squirts of water, for say a bath bomb size amount of ingredients. Until it is ?just? holding together.Pack it into a mold (we used our semi circle measuring spoons) as tightly as you can, and miraculously they harden up very very well in about an hour. If you use too much water they will start to fizz and expand on the mold.Now, that?s how to make fizzing balls. We made them a bit more fun with essential oils (as it?s oil it doesn?t set off the fizzing as much) and flower petals.We didn?t have food colouring so we used a small amount of water based paint and called them sink bombs instead of bath bombs (ie didn?t bathe with them, just played with them).Basically we winged it and it worked so just have fun experimenting. If you aren?t sure, try a mini ball using teaspoons to test it out first. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1417738 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 7, 2020 Author Share Posted May 7, 2020 If you have a garden or take a walk for exercise in nature, pick up some sticks for this popular forest school activity that is easy to recreate at home - To make a god?s eye you just need some wool (or string) and sticks, you could even use chopsticks or lollipop sticks in a bind: Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1417927 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 9, 2020 Author Share Posted May 9, 2020 Little Bird have curated some of the Royal Academy of Arts best activity ideas here for you. I think the collage portrait looks like a fun one, a nice gift for those we aren?t with at the moment.https://www.littlebird.co.uk/blog/2020/05/family-how-to-with-the-royal-academy-of-arts/?eid=6053cc11-e6d3-4815-b62b-97d9f5ed03d0&utm_source=bm23&utm_medium=email&utm_term=READ+MORE&utm_content=Sow+Clever+Flower+and+Vegetable+Growing+Kits&utm_campaign=NewWeekly_Sat9May_SowClever&_bta_tid=235016244221392253472688230061605482570535781019766047139719110793717221491041548091578557314612511747 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1418183 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 11, 2020 Author Share Posted May 11, 2020 Create a new family handshake. Here is some inspiration https://www.buzzfeed.com/carlanka/awesome-handshakes-to-try-out-with-your-friends Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1418415 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 12, 2020 Author Share Posted May 12, 2020 This sounds cute and informative.https://www.airbnb.co.uk/experiences/1485488?source=p2 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1418602 Share on other sites More sharing options...
EDmummy101 Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 Home schooling link: https://www.thenational.academy/online-classroom/schedule/#schedule Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1418706 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 13, 2020 Author Share Posted May 13, 2020 Here is a competition for the young writers under 16 in your family (there?s an adult one too). Canary Wharf Arts & Events have launched a short story competitions to fuel their Short Story Stations in the future. They are asking you to write a 1, 3 or 5 minute long story or poem about ?Life in Lockdown?. The deadline is 31st May.https://canarywharf.com/arts-events/events/short-story-station-writing-competition-apr-may-2020/?instance_id= Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1418739 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 14, 2020 Author Share Posted May 14, 2020 For older kids with a crafty eye towards architecture, this site includes helpful templates for anyone up for building a paper skyscraper or creating their own dream city. Try out some of these activities using simple materials found at home:https://www.fosterandpartners.com/news/archive/2020/04/architecturefromhome/ Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1418791 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 15, 2020 Author Share Posted May 15, 2020 Who didn?t love making these when they were at school? I wouldn?t be surprised if your younger kids know nothing about them. Make a Cootie Catcher https://www.momsminivan.com/article-cootie-catcher.html Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1418947 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 17, 2020 Author Share Posted May 17, 2020 The Chelsea Flower Show is open(online only this year) 19-23rd May for the general public. For the little ones, there will be a daily School Gardening Club complete with family friendly activities.https://www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/rhs-chelsea-flower-show Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1419216 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 18, 2020 Author Share Posted May 18, 2020 The Natural History Museum has gone online with its new Dinosaurs experience. Take part in dinosaur-themed activities you can do at home, including learning how to draw a dinosaur, colouring in different dinosaurs, and reading a letter from scientist Adrian about his fossil-hunting trip to the Isle of Wight.https://www.nhm.ac.uk/events/dawnosaurs.html?utm_medium=email&utm_source=1745926_Dawnosaurs%20Online%20pilot&dm_i=2XEG,11F5Y,7FHXJO,3YNZ1,1 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1419460 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 19, 2020 Author Share Posted May 19, 2020 Some ingenious Lego based activities for slightly older kids:https://www.lego.com/en-gb/campaigns/kids/lets-build-together Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1419656 Share on other sites More sharing options...
FHfriend Posted May 20, 2020 Share Posted May 20, 2020 This is a great thread thank u!x Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1419859 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 21, 2020 Author Share Posted May 21, 2020 I?m glad, thanks for saying.FHfriend Wrote:-------------------------------------------------------> This is a great thread thank u!x Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1420077 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 21, 2020 Author Share Posted May 21, 2020 This is a really (really) nice and simple recipe for these hot days:Black Forest (not) Ice CreamThis makes 2 portions, only 100cals pp and healthy to boot.200g frozen cherries1tbsp cocoaSplash of maple syrup or honey (optional)Splash of vanilla essence (optional)Blitz in a blender or bullet. A stick blender is ideal. You might need to scrape the bowl down a few times. If it gets too stuck, a small splash of apple juice or other liquid should sort it out.Eat immediately.I?m off to make it now. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1420082 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 23, 2020 Author Share Posted May 23, 2020 I found this article more informative than I thought I would. It?s called How to Run a Zoom Play Date for Children.https://medium.com/@playkx/how-to-run-a-zoom-play-date-for-children-8c6eddd20764 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1420522 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 25, 2020 Author Share Posted May 25, 2020 Check out these creative packs by Heart n Soul, simple yet charming:https://heartnsoulasks.com/docs/HeartnSoul_Creative_Pack_3.pdf Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1421065 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 26, 2020 Author Share Posted May 26, 2020 Some fun and kind activities based on letter writing from the Postal Museum.https://www.postalmuseum.org/blog/letter-writing-activities-in-lockdown/?mc_cid=f5d7b95691&mc_eid=8c7e98c6df Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1421383 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 26, 2020 Author Share Posted May 26, 2020 JK Rowling has released (for free) a new fairy tale, unrelated to Harry Potter. She is revealing The Ickabog 1 chapter a day on this site:https://www.theickabog.com/home/ Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1421393 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 28, 2020 Author Share Posted May 28, 2020 Some really lovely and innovative ideas from Little Angel Theatre here: https://littleangeltheatre.com/schools-and-community/at-home-resources/about/ Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1421809 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 29, 2020 Author Share Posted May 29, 2020 The Hay Literary Festival has been on the last few weeks. Online they have not only the videos of kids authors talking about their books but activity ideas for each on this page. Why not see if one of your kids fave authors are on there?https://www.hayfestival.com/schools/teaching-materials.aspx Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1421911 Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlonaM Posted May 30, 2020 Share Posted May 30, 2020 https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2020/may/14/guardian-to-stream-unicorn-theatre-anansi-saturday-family-shows - Guardian to stream Unicorn theatre's new Saturday morning family shows- Trio of stories about Anansi, the spider from West African and Caribbean folklore, will be available free and with accompanying activities- designed for ages 3-8 - first one today on Youtube channel Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1422043 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeknomyeknom Posted May 31, 2020 Author Share Posted May 31, 2020 I LOVE this one. Recreate a famous work of art using only 3 household items. Check out a Getty images who inspired this activity for ingenious photos from the public and guidance on how to go about it. Looking at other people's attempts is just as fun as trying your own!http://blogs.getty.edu/iris/getty-artworks-recreated-with-household-items-by-creative-geniuses-the-world-over/ Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/251175-self-isolation-ideas-for-childrens-entertainment/page/4/#findComment-1422413 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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