• Winter break activities – 12 fun ideas for kids

    Play and movement 

    Published 2026-01-08

    Play, movement and joyful moments during winter break

    Winter break gives you and your child a chance to slow down and shake off the everyday rush. When the usual schedule loosens, small ideas suddenly turn into big adventures. You get a moment to breathe, and your child gets time to play, move, explore and follow their own pace. Together you create warm, light moments that happen naturally – without stress, pressure or hurry.

    6 outdoor ideas – action and discovery right outside your door

    1. Sensory walk
      Take a short walk and ask your child to find a few sounds or colors. It’s simple, but it makes the outdoors instantly more exciting.
    2. Nature bingo
      Draw a bingo card with things you might find: a footprint, a stick, a stone or a splash of color. You give the task, your child runs off to search.
    3. Shadow play outside
      When the sun is out, shadows stretch into funny shapes. Ask your child to make different shadow figures and watch how they change.
    4. DIY outdoor course
      Mark a small course with corners, stops and mini jumps. Kids love running it over and over again.
    5. Nature treasure hunt
      Let your child look for small “treasures”: pinecones, interesting stones or a strangely shaped branch. Little finds bring big excitement.
    6. Animal moves
      Invite your child to move like different animals – hop like a bunny, sneak like a fox or stomp like a bear. Imagination plus movement is the perfect combo.
    Boy playing outside in snowy weather on a winter break day
    Child creating shadow shapes outdoors during winter break play

    6 indoor ideas – playful moments at home

    1. Stuffed animal Olympics
      Pick a few stuffed animals and invent tiny “events.” You set the challenge; your child lets the toys compete.
    2. Shadow theatre on the wall
      With a flashlight and your hands, you can create characters and small stories right on the wall. Cozy, simple and always fun.
    3. Indoor pathway
      Create a path using pillows, blankets or chairs. Your child follows the route without touching the “forbidden” areas.
    4. Object hunt
      Hide a small object and give clues like “cold,” “warmer,” “hot.” A classic that never loses its charm.
    5. Character stage
      Ask your child to choose a character – a robot, a chef, an alien – and act out a quick scene. You guess the character. Cue giggles.
    6. One-minute challenges
      Set a timer and give fast challenges: find three blue items, build a tower or spin five times. Simple tasks become exciting when the clock is ticking.
    Girl and boy playing with stuffed animals during a winter break indoor activity
    Mom and children building a tower on the floor as a winter break indoor activity

    Why winter break feels so good

    When you’re not racing the clock, your child’s energy flows more freely. Play and movement find their own rhythm, and you can join in without feeling rushed. That’s when the small, truly memorable moments happen.

    When you want even more play and action
    If your child still has energy to spare after home activities, Leo’s Adventure Park is ready for you. With thousands of square meters to explore, your child can bounce on trampolines, dive into the ball pit, climb the climbing wall, crawl through the adventure labyrinth and zoom down the slides. You get to cheer, laugh and enjoy watching them discover at their own pace.

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    Winter break activities – 12 fun ideas for kids