Adventures in Winter: Kids Club Edition

Five cartoon children in jackets play in the snow with UTMA's mascot Speedy

Winter is officially here! Bright crystals appear like magic in the sky and great snowy hills glitter in the lights at night. With the new season comes a bunch of fun things you can do both inside and out. Take a look at what Speedy thinks are some great things to try during winter with your friends and family!

 

Indoor Activities

 

When the weather turns cold, bring the winter cheer indoors with these fantastic crafts!

 

Make Some Cookies

 

No bake snowflake cookies

 

There’s only one thing better than cookies…cookies you don’t have to wait to bake in the oven! These delicious treats can be made quickly and are sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face.

 

Build Indoor Snowmen

 

Snowman Squish Bag Activity

 

Did you know that you can create a snowman indoors? Here you don’t have to put on your gloves or hat to dress up this man of snow – just bring your creativity and make as many different outfits as you can dream of!

 

Test Out Your Art Skills

 

Winter Art for Kids Glue Resist Snowman Painting

 

Get inspired by the snowscape right outside of your window – create some art of what you see!

 

Learn More About ‘That Frozen Stuff’

 

Melting Ice sits on a pan in a science experiment

 

Taking time to learn about something can make you appreciate it even more! Discover how the ice outside works in this hands-on experiment.

 

Outdoor Activities

 

When the sun is out, be sure to take advantage of those rays. Bring the family along and go on these grand adventures together!

 

Enjoy Nature

 

Trees without leaves covered in snow

 

Put on your best boots and a hat – it’s time to take a look at how winter has changed your landscape. Nature walks are a great way to get connected to the world outside your window.

 

Create an Ice Wreath

 

Make a nature ice wreath

 

Along the way on your nature walk, all the things you collect can be made into a beautiful wreath – it’s a great way to help your family decorate for the holidays!

 

Make Snow Cream

 

Young girl enjoys homemade snow cream

 

This is the best of both worlds: indoors AND outdoors! What better way to enjoy those giant snowflakes than to make them into a delicious snow cream? Who knew winter could be so tasty?

 

Want more winter ideas? Take a look at our United and Turtle Mountain Communications Kids Club for even more things to do this season! It’s a great way to keep the whole family entertained all times of the year.

Not a member of our Kids Club yet? Visit our page to see how to sign up. You get a lot of cool perks and learn with other Kids Club members!