5 creative ways to make after-school activities more fun

Kids spend most of their weekdays in school. From classes to extracurricular activities, they deserve a fun treat when they get home, especially after a long day. This is the perfect opportunity for parents to get creative with after-school activities as a reward for kids doing an awesome job in their classes and finishing their assignments on time.

If you need ideas to make your kids’ after-school routine more fun and rewarding, here are some suggestions:

#1 Get crafty and make a calming jar

A calming jar is a sensory item that can help relax anyone that shakes it. You can easily make this with your kids by pouring glitters, hand soap, and watercolor in a clear jar – then mix! This will create a shimmery mixture that can be compared to a snow globe when shaken. This is a great artsy activity that you can do in just a few minutes.

Quick and easy Swiss Miss recipes you can try at home!

While it can be a challenge for some, making desserts can be fun especially when you follow simple recipes and use ingredients that you can find at home.

For your next dessert project, you can try these easy-to-make treats using Swiss Miss:

A cold, sweet fix with Swiss Miss Ice

Satisfy your chocolate craving by making Swiss Miss Ice. Just dissolve a pack of Swiss Miss Dark Chocolate or Milk Chocolate in 180ml of warm water, and pour it into an ice tray. Freeze for at least 3 hours. Put the Swiss Miss ice cubes in a glass, pour a milk of your choice, and enjoy a rich chocolate drink for a movie night.

Check out the full recipe here.