EPISODE · Dec 23, 2025 · 53 MIN
32 Winter Break Activities That Won't Drive You (or Your Kids) Crazy
from How to Be a Grownup: A Humorous Guide for Moms, with CK & GK · host Jenny GK and Caitlin Kindred
Send Caitlin a Text!It's winter break and your kids are already saying "I'm bored" on day two. You're trying to get holiday stuff done relax, but also prevent them from bouncing off the walls for the next week and a half. How do you keep everyone entertained without becoming a full-time cruise director? We're sharing 32 indoor and outdoor activities organized by age group—from preschoolers to teenagers—so you can actually enjoy the break instead of just surviving it.No need to scramble for winter break activities—hit subscribe and get 32 ideas for every age that'll keep your kids entertained (and give you some breathing room).Click here for this episode’s blog post with links to sources and even more content.Stay connected: Subscribe to our newsletter!—Who Should ListenThis episode is for parents facing a long winter break who need activities that don't require a Pinterest degree or going broke, and anyone who's already heard "I'm bored" more times than they can count. ****—What You Get In This EpisodeIndoor + outdoor activities by ageCommunity service ideas for teens that count toward college applicationsPermission to build in breaks for yourself (PBS is a great babysitter, we said it)Why you need novelty and a routine even during break (including TV time and screen time—we're not monsters)Plus! Holiday party games that work for the whole family: balloon cup battle, candy cane fishing, whipped cream challenges, and more!—BiosCaitlin and Jenny are two friends navigating the hilarious and sometimes chaotic world of parenthood—from figuring out what to do with kids over long breaks to actually enjoying family time instead of just surviving it.—Sources & MentionsFamily game videos mentioned in this episode (links on the blog)The Art of Noticing by Rob WalkerNote: This is a re-aired episode from Season 3 with timeless activity ideas. Whether it's winter break, spring break, or summer—these activities work year-round (but maybe rename those holiday games in June!).Welcome to Not Quite Grownup. Let's do this. Subscribe to join other Not Quite Grownups here >>>Follow on Instagram and Threads @not_quite_grownup.Please, rate, review, and subscribe for more Not Quite Grownup stories. Love you, mean it. Support the showVisit notquitegrownup.com for more content and the latest updates. Or connect on social media @not_quite_grownup on Instagram and Threads.
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Send Caitlin a Text! It's winter break and your kids are already saying "I'm bored" on day two. You're trying to get holiday stuff done relax, but also prevent them from bouncing off the walls for the next week and a half. How do you keep everyone entertained without becoming a full-time cruise director? We're sharing 32 indoor and outdoor activities organized by age group—from preschoolers to teenagers—so you can actually enjoy the break instead of just surviving it. No need to scramble for ...
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