Some Fun Activities To Do with Grandchildren
The age gap between grandchild and grandparent does not have to be a barrier to having fun and spending time with each other.
Here are some fun activities for all ages to do together:
Bring out the good china and have a tea party.
Camp in your own backyard.
Create a family tree together.
Go to a local farmer’s market and make a pie with your fresh fruit.
Go on a nature walk.
Play a card game.
Start a book club.
Start a journal where you write letters to each other.
Take a trip to the local zoo.
Teach your grandchild one of your favorite hobbies…
There is a wide body of research that shows regular social interaction helps seniors stay mentally healthier. Many grandparents report increased levels of life satisfaction from minding grandchildren stemming from feeling needed and increased life purpose to more importantly giving and receiving love.
From: tiphero.com
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