Babysitting is a popular job for a teenager to have, especially over the summer since school is out. Sometimes, it can be difficult to think of ideas to keep the kids entertained with all day besides watching TV and playing on phones, so here are 10 activities you can do with them instead:
1. Swimming
GiphyWhat kid doesn't love swimming? Whether you belong to a pool or have one in your backyard, going swimming will surely keep them and yourself entertained for a few hours at least. (Don't forget sunscreen!)
2. Go to the mall
GiphyYou don't necessarily have to spend any money, but walking around the mall and browsing in stores can be fun.
3. Bowling
GiphyGoing bowling is the perfect rainy day activity, or something to do when it's too hot outside.
4. The movies
GiphyMovie tickets and snacks are kinda expensive nowadays, but it's something fun to do every once in a while with the kids that will kill a couple hours when you're bored.
5. The park/playground
GiphyOn days where it's not too hot, bring the kids to a local park or playground to run around for a bit so they won't be stuck inside all day.
6. Play with water guns/water balloons
GiphyIf you don't have a pool to go to, you can still have fun outside with water guns and balloons.
7. Arts and crafts
GiphyColoring, drawing, painting, macaroni art, you name it. I would stay away from glitter, though.
8. Play a card game/board game
GiphyThis is another good rainy day activity. Make sure you let the kids win at least a few times!
10. Play video games with them
GiphyWii Sports and Mario Kart are the best video games to play with kids, in my opinion. At least Wii Sports is sort of like exercise!