It seems like yesterday that I was writing on how to keep the grandkids cool. Now, it’s already winter here in Northeast Ohio! For those of you that have not escaped to Florida for the season, we should find ways to embrace the snow and have fun outside with our grandchildren.
After bundling up as well as possible, yet allowing room to move, venture outside into the snow to play. The children love to just run and romp in the snow. Let them make snow angels and show them how to form and throw a snowball.
If possible and the conditions are right, you can help them to build a snowman. I’ve created smaller snowmen and built them on a back deck or near a window so that the kids can look at them easily from inside the house. They can decorate their snowmen with stones or acorns and find a special hat and scarf for Frosty to wear.
Bring the Outdoors In
If the weather is just too cold to venture outside, or if a child is sick and cannot join others, you can bring the snow inside to them. To absorb the melting snow, place a beach towel on top of your table. I also place a cookie sheet underneath their play area to collect the moisture. Find a large or small cupcake pan and place on top of the cookie sheet. Step outside and fill a few bowls with snow. Throw in some measuring cups and spoons, and they will love to make snow cupcakes, or even attempt to make a little snowman.
Sled riding is always a favorite winter activity. You can pull the grandkids around on their sleds on unshoveled driveways or, if you are feeling especially adventurous, you can take them for a ride around the neighborhood.
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