Finding Entertainment When It Rains
When the sun’s shining and the weather’s great, it sometimes seems that there’s an endless list of possibilities. If you’re looking to keep children entertained, then it’s easy enough to plan a trip to the beach or the park.
Once the rain starts to fall, however, the situation can quickly change. Most of us have found ourselves in a situation where children are bored, adults are frustrated and nothing seems to be going to plan.
So what are the best options for making sure that a rainy day doesn’t lead to a loss of enjoyment? Here are some simple tips that may well appeal to your family.
A trip to the cinema
The great thing about a cinema is that it’s warm and dry. There’s often an almost constant source of entertainment, with films that are suitable for people of all ages.
That’s not to say that the cinema experience is always unfailingly positive. Indeed, it’s all too easy to end up arguing over which film you’ll be watching, or to get caught up in the expense that’s associated with buying popcorn and fizzy drinks.
My own tactics usually involve investigating what’s being shown, prior to leaving home. That way, we can usually agree on a film and get the arguments out of the way at a nice, early stage. As an added bonus, some cinema chains actually offer a discount if you book early online. If that means avoiding queues at the cinema, then that’s definitely a good thing too.
Alternatives to camping
I understand that many people enjoy camping trips and it’s easy to see why. The thought of being in the great outdoors can be incredibly appealing. There’s often an opportunity to really get close to nature and to have a great time.
If the weather forecast looks worrying, however, then there may clearly be a need to look at alternatives. The option of hiring a vehicle that also provides sleeping space may make sense, allowing you to stay on a campsite and yet feel that you aren’t reliant on the sun shining.
A cheap hotel or a guest house might provide other options, but they don’t seem as romantic. Somehow, they lose the essence of what the trip was originally intended to be.
Learn a new skill
One of my favourite things to do on a rainy day involves learning something new. It might be more accurate, in fact, to suggest that it often involves brushing up on some existing skills.
Most of us do have some sort of indoor hobby that we can fall back on. From playing a musical instrument to learning a new language, there are plenty of skills that you can enhance, without even needing to step outside your own front door.
It’s likely that there may also be courses available to you within the local area for a full range of activities. If not, you might like to consider whether there are options for learning new skills online.
When the rain starts to fall, it’s easy to imagine that all of your plans will be ruined. The answer is clearly to create plans that don’t rely on the weather to the same extent. Although we may all prefer to enjoy the freedom of being outdoors, there are often alternatives available that offer just as much fun.
When thinking about how children will react to such plans, it’s important to focus on the importance of having a positive mindset. By concentrating on the positives, you’ll encourage your kids to do the same.
About Author
As a parent, Keith Barrett understands that rainy days can sometimes be disappointing. He writes about family life and vacations, bringing his own experiences to a wider audience.