This post about dads spending time with their kids during the holidays caught my eye whilst perusing this weeks’ carnival of family life.
The importance of ‘daddy time’ is very well documented and any father worth his salt will want to spend time with their kids, however, could it be that some dads lack the creative spark or imagination or even knowledge to know what their kids will enjoy and what activities are most age appropriate.
1. Swimming
Babies through to teens they all love swimming. Cheap and fun its always a good option especially in the winter.
2. Bake Cakes
This isn’t as complicated as it sounds if you buy a box which provides you with cake mix, icing, and decorations…in fact all you need is an egg and some water and you’re cooking (literally!)
3. Trip to the Park
Ideal for toddlers through to primary age kids, great for letting off some steam (and giving mum a break!)
4. Imaginitive Play
Horsee and aeroplanes for babies, cops ‘n’ robbers and cowboys ‘n’ indians for preschoolers. These games are imaginitive games. Experts say that in todays society of computers and tv imaginitive play needs to be especially encouraged.
5. Skittles
Skittles is suitable for toddler and primary age children.
6. Ice Skating
In most big cities there is a winter wonderland with an outdoor ice rink, a real treat for primary age right through to teens.
7. Make a Den
Dads are best at making dens so I’m not going to offer any so-called advice here 
8. Make Gunge
Dads will enjoy this one just as much as the kids!
9. Baby Ball Pool
This one is great for babies.
10. Check Out Kids Websites
Surf the net for websites for kids. Here is a good place to start.
11. Make a Happy Sun
An easy craft project, suitable for toddlers and preschoolers.
12. Make Chocolate Fondue
Suitable for toddlers, preschool and primary age children. Yummy!
13. Ice Cream Collage
Another easy craft activity, suitable for toddlers and preschoolers.
14. Exploring Textures
Babies can be difficult to entertain but this usually keeps them amused for a while.
15. Hand and Foot Printing
Messy but fun. Suitable for babies through to preschoolers and maybe a little bit beyond.
16. Play Doh
Easy to set up and easy to clear away. Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy the most.
17. Christmas Shopping
18. Buy Tree/Decorations
19. Paper Flower Collage
Suitable for toddlers and preschoolers.
20. Baby Games
Easy games that babies really enjoy.
