Remember the glorious two weeks out of school for winter break as a child? The entire world was ours to shape, and maintaining peace and quiet was not always an integral part ofthis opportune free time.
Parents and caregivers preparing for the holiday season were understandably preoccupied while simultaneously responsible for entertaining young minds. Below, we‘ve collected a list of resources for all age groups to stay occupied (or simply take a breather) over winter break.
For the Elementary Echelon
What’s a kid to do with all this free time? Paint the walls with crayons? Throw a record-breaking tantrum? With a little guidance, holiday excitement can be channeled into these free and entertaining activities over break.
For Crafters
Dive into Creativebug with the crafts above! With your Library card, you can access DIY craft sessions all with the guidance of an instructor.
For TV Time
For Readers
Back Home Ballers and Almost Back Home Ballers
Are you a little beyond the age range mentioned above? Maybe you’re home from college for an entire month instead of a simple two weeks. Perhaps you haven’t spent this much direct time with your family in over five months and you’re beginning to feel your newfound independence vacate your body.
Find myriad activities to keep you focused while spending time with your family, parents, or friends.
For Crafters
For Cinema Buffs
For Readers
Relief for the Heads of the House
Did you just spend two days preparing for a meal that the whole family enjoyed? We understand the fatigue that can come with this time of the season.
Dive into some relaxation activities, books, and movies to help unwind from hosting. Didn’t host? We also know that simply going somewhere can induce stress. Find activities for relaxing, planning your next holiday, and maintaining your wintertime sanity below.
For Crafters
For Your Screentime
For Your Sanity
We hope some of these activities are perfect for your end-of-year festivities. Even if it comes at a busy time, perhaps you can come back to these in 2022! Happy Holidays from Poudre Libraries.