Five New and Exciting Activities for Teens and Tweens

Summer break is a season of slower mornings, unlimited snacks, and endless fun. It is the time when precious memories are made, but it gets a little overwhelming for the moms who have to deal with the buzzing energy, sudden meltdowns, and boredom cries of their teenagers. We understand it is quite challenging to keep young minds engaged and entertained amidst the overwhelming influence of screens. So here is a curated list of some fun and productive activities to keep them engaged. These activities for teens will not only kill their boredom but also help them develop soft skills.

Story Dice Theatre

Kicking off our list of activities for teens is story-dice-theatre. It is a very versatile activity that can be tailored to fit the needs of every age group. It enhances the improvisational and storytelling skills of young learners. Moreover, the crazy combinations can lead to a burst of laughter and fun memories.

How to play it:

Create 3 to 6 dice (or cubes) that have pictures or words on each side. For example:

• One dice could have characters like a doctor, a pirate, a cat, a wizard, a robot, etc.
• Another dice or cube could have places like “beach,” “castle,” “forest,” “office.”
• A third dice could have actions like “jump,” “fight,” “climb”, “sing”.

Roll all the dice together. Each dice will land on one side, giving you a combination of characters, settings, and actions. Use the rolled elements to create a short story or act out a scene (a skit) on the spot.

Use your imagination and come up with interesting and creative stories or skits. Go wild and have fun. Check out the video tutorial to get a clear idea.

Adopt a Plant Challenge

Among the top activities for teens that encourage responsibility is caring for a plant as their own. Besides, building a sense of responsibility, it is a great activity to cultivate discipline and patience in your kids. Motivate them to adopt a plant of their choice and take responsibility for its care.

How to do it:

Help your teen/tween pick a plant to “adopt” and give it a fun name. Design a care plan according to its type and specific need. Put your child in charge of caring for it. Tell them to track progress in a weekly journal. To make it more fun, indulge in decorating the pot together using paints, stickers, or whatever they prefer.

Click here to get essential guidelines and know about the best summer plants.

Outdoor Movie Night

Watching a movie under the stars is a timeless and old-fashioned way of bonding with teens who are always on the go. You can transform your backyard or patio into an intimate movie theater with a little effort.

How to do it:

Set up a projector in your backyard under the starry sky. Use blankets, throws, pillows, and beanbags to create comfortable seating. Lit up the space with lanterns and string lights. Create a small snack and drink bar to elevate the experience. Don’t forget to spritz the bug spray to keep the pests away and good vibes going.

To make it extra special, choose a theme for the night and plan everything around it.

Volunteer for a Cause

This doesn’t sound like a fun activity, but encouraging your teen or tween to volunteer for a cause will help them grow into an empathetic and kind human being. Eventually, they may start enjoying it. Make sure to keep the balance. The goal is to keep them engaged, not overwhelmed.

How to do it:

Help them find an opportunity by getting in touch with local community service. Look out for an opportunity that resonates with their interest. Some volunteering options include helping at a local animal shelter, volunteering in environmental cleanup, participating in community gardening, and much more.

Culinary Adventures

Cooking or baking is a ‘delicious’ bonding activity. It also helps them build basic life skills without them even realizing it. Invite your kids to help you in the kitchen while making their favorite meal.

How to do it:

Choose their favorite dish, preferably quick snacks. Assign easy and enjoyable tasks like mixing, rolling, frosting, decorating, topping, and assembling. Consider these teen-friendly cooking adventures:

Pizza night

Baking bliss

Taco bar

Sandwich party

Burrito / Ramen Bowl

Now, you are equipped with plenty of fun and engaging activities for teens and tweens. No matter which activity you decide to pick, the goal is to spend quality time with your kids and make this summer break memorable without wearing yourself out.