Big Kid Dates
**We've provided some links to get you started but remember, it's not about making it a fantastical Pinterest experience --
it's about connecting with your child!
Some date ideas are the same for both Big & Little Kids, but the links for making it age appropriate may be different.
it's about connecting with your child!
Some date ideas are the same for both Big & Little Kids, but the links for making it age appropriate may be different.
Karaoke Night - Set the "stage", make a mic, find a playlist and sing your heart out! Here are some helpful tips.
Snowball Fight - Organize "teams" for a real outdoor snowball fight or bring it inside with a special alternative snowball fight or like this one!
Go for a Hike - Winter hikes can be fun but you need a plan! Check out these tips.
Ice Cream Sundaes - Create a sundae bar like one of these or this.
Dance Party - All it takes is a little music and some silliness to make this a fun night. Wanna add some extras? Try some of these ideas.
Silly Photo Shoot - Create your own props or backdrops and say cheese! More ideas here.
Indoor Picnic - Spread out the picnic blanket on the floor, and prep your favorite meal just like this.
Pillow Fight - Take your pillow fight up a notch with this idea! The more the grown up is all-in, the better it will be!
Make Slime - With just a few ingredients, you can whip up a batch of slime together for hours of play!
Late Night Movie - Make this something special by allowing kids to stay up later than usual for a special treat. Want to make it a little more memorable? Check this out!
Classic Board Game Night - Need some ideas of which games to play? Here's a good place to start.
Bake Cookies Together - Select your recipe and get ready to bake! These simple recipes are great place to start.
Make Heart-Shaped Pancakes - Chocolate chips are part of this heart-shaped recipe that are perfect for Valentine's Day!
Play Flashlight Tag - Grab a flashlight, turn the lights off and try out these flashlight games!
Fondue Night - This special occasion is bound to make memories! Check out what you need.
Wii Tournament - Break out the bracket and get ready for an epic bowling tournament (or your favorite game). Helpful hints here.
Play Charades - Add a new twist to your game of charades with any of these ideas!
Do a Puzzle Together - Pick up a new jigsaw puzzle (look for age appropriate level) and work together on it. You can also make your own puzzles like these.
Nerf Wars - Use your imagination to create targets and an obstacle course to have the best Nerf War ever! More ideas here.
Cook Dinner Together - Decide on a menu together and get cookin'! We've got some easy recipes here.
Mad libs - Brush up on your parts of speech and print out a few of these Mad libs. Get ready for some belly laughs with your child.
Sip & Paint - It doesn't take much to great your own DIY painting party at home! Don't forget to serve special drinks.
Foot Massage or Pedicure - Creating a pampering experience for your child is easier than you think with these tips.
Build Blanket Forts - There's no better place to cozy up with your child than in a blanket fort. Check this out!
Drive-thru Date - Take your child to a nearby Drive-thru for a snack or meal or check out another car date idea!
Create a Scrapbook Together - Try out one of these create mini-scrapbooks to work on while reminiscing about your favorite memories.
Bingo Night - Print or make some Bingo cards, Bingo markers (or cereal, candy) -- you could even invite another family to play with you via Zoom!
Breakfast in Bed - Serve up breakfast in bed for your child. Don't forget to add a little note.
Snowball Fight - Organize "teams" for a real outdoor snowball fight or bring it inside with a special alternative snowball fight or like this one!
Go for a Hike - Winter hikes can be fun but you need a plan! Check out these tips.
Ice Cream Sundaes - Create a sundae bar like one of these or this.
Dance Party - All it takes is a little music and some silliness to make this a fun night. Wanna add some extras? Try some of these ideas.
Silly Photo Shoot - Create your own props or backdrops and say cheese! More ideas here.
Indoor Picnic - Spread out the picnic blanket on the floor, and prep your favorite meal just like this.
Pillow Fight - Take your pillow fight up a notch with this idea! The more the grown up is all-in, the better it will be!
Make Slime - With just a few ingredients, you can whip up a batch of slime together for hours of play!
Late Night Movie - Make this something special by allowing kids to stay up later than usual for a special treat. Want to make it a little more memorable? Check this out!
Classic Board Game Night - Need some ideas of which games to play? Here's a good place to start.
Bake Cookies Together - Select your recipe and get ready to bake! These simple recipes are great place to start.
Make Heart-Shaped Pancakes - Chocolate chips are part of this heart-shaped recipe that are perfect for Valentine's Day!
Play Flashlight Tag - Grab a flashlight, turn the lights off and try out these flashlight games!
Fondue Night - This special occasion is bound to make memories! Check out what you need.
Wii Tournament - Break out the bracket and get ready for an epic bowling tournament (or your favorite game). Helpful hints here.
Play Charades - Add a new twist to your game of charades with any of these ideas!
Do a Puzzle Together - Pick up a new jigsaw puzzle (look for age appropriate level) and work together on it. You can also make your own puzzles like these.
Nerf Wars - Use your imagination to create targets and an obstacle course to have the best Nerf War ever! More ideas here.
Cook Dinner Together - Decide on a menu together and get cookin'! We've got some easy recipes here.
Mad libs - Brush up on your parts of speech and print out a few of these Mad libs. Get ready for some belly laughs with your child.
Sip & Paint - It doesn't take much to great your own DIY painting party at home! Don't forget to serve special drinks.
Foot Massage or Pedicure - Creating a pampering experience for your child is easier than you think with these tips.
Build Blanket Forts - There's no better place to cozy up with your child than in a blanket fort. Check this out!
Drive-thru Date - Take your child to a nearby Drive-thru for a snack or meal or check out another car date idea!
Create a Scrapbook Together - Try out one of these create mini-scrapbooks to work on while reminiscing about your favorite memories.
Bingo Night - Print or make some Bingo cards, Bingo markers (or cereal, candy) -- you could even invite another family to play with you via Zoom!
Breakfast in Bed - Serve up breakfast in bed for your child. Don't forget to add a little note.