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Winter Break Camps – Raising Arizona Kids

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Last updated December 21, 2022

Parents: Need a fun, safe environment for kids during winter break? Here are some local winter break camps and drop-in programs for kids in metro Phoenix & Southern Arizona. Please verify all information with the venue. Page is updated as camps are discovered.

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Xtreme Gymastics

14000 N. Hayden Rd. #102 Scottsdale. 480-596-3543 or xtremegymnastics.com

Fit-N-Fun Winter Break Day Camp (Dece. 19 -23 and Dec. 26 -30). Promoting health and fitness, while having a blast! Children ages 3-12, will enjoy gymnastics, trampoline, group activities, obstacle courses, relay races, the foam pit and much, much more! Full-day 9 a. m. to 3 p.m. Half-day 9 a.m. to noon or noon to 3 p.m. Staff is high energy, USA Gymnastics Safety Certified, with complete background checks. 

Arizona Dynamics

Winter Camps (Dec. 19-23, Dec. 20-23, Dec. 26-30) are held at all three locations: Chandler, Mesa, Queen Creek and Tucson. A fun and safe environment for your athlete to participate in, leaving you worry free! Ages 2-12 (potty trained). azdynamics.com/school-break-camps

Arizona Humane Society

Winter Camps (Dec. 20-30). Kids and teens ages 9-12 who are interested in learning more about animals and animal careers. Animal camps teach kids how to train and care for animals, be responsible pet guardians, align their choices with their values and make our community a safer and more compassionate place for all animals. Campers will have hands-on learning opportunities with a variety of animals. azhumane.org/youth

Arizona Soccer Skills Academy

Winter Break Soccer Skills & Agility Camps (Dec. 5 – Jan. 25). Help your players stay active during the winter break and sharpen their skills! In our skills and agility camps, players get comprehensive technical skills, agility and fitness training. By focusing on the core skills of Ball Control, Dribbling, Receiving, Passing, and Juggling players will learn how to be more confident and successful on the ball and more effective in games. Ages 4-16. azsoccerskills.com

Holiday Soccer Special Skills Camp (Dec. 27-30). Ball Control, Dribbling, Receiving, Passing, and Juggling. Training sessions will include 1v1, 2v2, and 3v3 game training. Special Skills include Shooting and Finishing. 1 to 3 p.m. Ages 4-16. Barney Family Sports Complex, 22050 E. Queen Creek Rd., Queen Creek. azsoccerskills.com

Arizona Sunrays Gymnastics & Dance

Arizona Sunrays Supercamp (Dec. 19-23 and Dec 26-30, Jan. 2, Jan 16. Feb 20). Supervised, themed activities year-round. Campers ages 4-13 participate in various gymnastics circuits, dance, NinjaZone, special guests demonstrations, trampoline, group activities, water games and more.  8 a.m-3 p.m. Extended care available. 15801 N. 32nd St. (602-992-5790) or 3923 E. Indian School Road (602-992-5791). arizonasunrays.com

B.E.S.T. (Beginners Edge Sports Training)

B.E.S.T. hosts Youth Sports Camps (Dec. 19, 26, Jan. 2 and Jan. 7- Feb. 24). Accepts potty-trained children up through age 12. Kids learn sports skills including soccer, baseball, softball, basketball, football, volleyball, tennis, golf, track and more while enjoying a bounce house, obstacle courses and playground games. Contact for pricing and other locations including northern Arizona. BEST Sports Scottsdale Center, 7432 East Tierra Buena, Suite 102, Scottsdale AZ 85260 623-748-9453 or thebestinaz.com

Boys & Girls clubs of Greater Scottsdale

Winter Break Camp (Dec. 19 – 22). Attendees ages 5 -18 will rotate through the gym, art room, STEAM Makerspace, games room, technology center, and more!  Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale serves thousands of youth at nine locations within Scottsdale, North Phoenix, Fountain Hills, the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, and the Hualapai Nation. Inside their doors, youth development professionals and mentors provide guidance, support, and encouragement in a safe environment to create an optimal Club experience. 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. $73/week. Various locations, find a club at bgcs.org

Camp Hubbard

Camp Hubbard (Dec. 19-23 and Dec. 27-30). Offers an exciting, action-packed winter camp for children ages 4 to 14. Children will play basketball, volleyball, soccer, baseball, archery, field sports, and a variety of games. Full- and half-day options. Paradise Valley Christian Preparatory School, 11875 N. 24th St., in Phoenix. 602-786-6789 or camphubbardaz. com

Camp Innovation

Arizona Science Center (Dec. 19-23 and Dec. 27-30). A chilling winter camp for grades 1-6. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 600 E. Washington St., Phoenix. Offsite Camps in Tucson (Jan. 3-6). This 4-day session aims to build confidence, inspire curiosity and spark creative problem-solving skills with a blizzard of activities. 9 a.m. to Noon for grades 1-3. 1  to 4 p.m. for grades 4-6. San Xavier District Education Center, 1960 W. Wa:k Lane, Tucson. 602-716-2028 or azscience.org/camps

Camp Taliesin West

Totally Cool Climates Winter Camp (Dec. 26 -30). 9 a.m-3 p.m.) Kids ages 9-12 learn how architects and animals build homes based on different conditions and climates. Kids will experiment with insulation, build an architectural model for a snowy environment, and even create a house using gingerbread. Registration includes a daily catered lunch. Taliesin West, 12621 North Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd, Scottsdale. (GPS address) 12345 North Taliesin Drive, Scottsdale. 480-860-2700 or franklloydwright.org

Children’s Museum of Phoenix

Winter Break Camps. (Dec. 19-23, Dec. 26-30). Week-long camps are SOLD OUT, Limited day camp are still available. Ages 5-8 will have an unforgettable experience exploring the Museum’s imaginative exhibits, participating in hands-on activities, and building lasting friendships. Early care and After care available. childrensmuseumofphoenix.org

City of Chandler

Winter Camp (Dec. 27 – Jan. 6). Whether your kiddo is an athlete, a thespian, a nature nut, a chef, or a little bit of each, City of Chandler have the lowdown on can’t miss winter fun. Winter Break Camp includes flexible options with your choice of all-day, half-day, and specific weeks. Take a break and check out one of our four camp locations for the winter curriculum. 480-782-2912 or chandleraz. gov

City of Gilbert

Winter Break Kidz Kamp: Christmas Around the World (Dec. 21 – 23). Campers ages 5 – 13 will come home tired each day eager to share their experiences and adventures. Each week offers a variety of physical activities, games, arts, crafts, music and science projects. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Freestone Recreation Center. Winter Break Kidz Kamp: Welcome to Suessville (Dec. 26 – Dec. 30). Campers ages 5 – 13 will come home tired each day eager to share their experiences and adventures. Each week offers a variety of physical activities, games, arts, crafts, music and science projects. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Freestone Recreation Center (Assembly Room), 1141 E. Guadalupe Rd., Gilbert. 480-503-6202 or gilbertrecreation.com

City of Goodyear

Winter Break Camp will be postponed to 2023/2024 due to the Goodyear Recreation Campus closure. goodyearaz.gov

City of Mesa

Winter Break Bonanza Camps. Four camps to choose from. Take and Make Bag: Designed for children 6-12 years of age. Participants will each receive a complete camp kit that will include 10 different activities for you to do at home for just $10. There will be crafts, experiments, and more! Eagles, Jefferson Jungle or Webster Cougar Club Camps: Grades K-6th. Full day camps. These programs offers a variety of recreational and educational opportunities including fall themed active games, crafts, board games, special events, virtual field trips, movies and more. Resident: $60. Non-resident: $72. Check for dates and times. [email protected] or mesaparks.com

City of Peoria

Winter Break Camp (Dec. 23, 27 – 30, and Jan. 3 – 6). Closed Dec 26 and Jan 2. Check for locations and times. Registration required and online only. 623-773-7137 or peoriaaz.gov

City of Tucson Youth Programs

Tucson Parks and Recreation will be offering School’s Out Camps at multiple sites throughout Tucson for children ages 5-11, or In-Betweener’s Club for ages 12-14 during school breaks. The program will run during the Vail School District’s breaks. Camp hours are 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Activities include games, sports, social interaction, dance, art projects, and nutrition-based learning activities. William M. Clements Center, 8155 E. Poinciana Dr., Tucson. 520-791-5787 or tucsonaz.gov

CodaKid

Online coding camps that has exciting new tracks, including coding, game development and game design. Kids ages 6-15 will work with experienced engineers to make Minecraft mods, Roblox games, mobile game apps, professional quality websites, and more. Contact for pricing [email protected] or codakid.com/camps

Code Galaxy

Only offers a virtual summer camps. Monthly classes are available. Kids elementary through high school will learn computer skills and enjoy exciting courses including Scratch, Roblox, python programming, and even CAD 3D modeling in this 6 day virtual camp. thecodegalaxy.com

Code Ninjas Chandler

STEM Camps (Jan. 2-6). Kids ages 8-15 will have a blast at this winter camp, Roblox game builders will take their skills to the next level in this camp as they learn coding fundamentals and dig deeper into the game-making side of Roblox. Aftercare available for extended hours. $395. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 2820 S. Alma School Rd., Suite #22, Chandler. codeninjas.com

Creative Color Art Studios

Winter Workshop (Dec. 27-30). Kids ages 6-13 can celebrate school break by doing art! Students are inspired to discover their creative process and develop fine art skills using graphite, watercolors, acrylic on canvas, mixed media and sculpture. Art workshops are the perfect blend of fun, fine art instruction in an enriching studio environment. 8300 N. Hayden Road, Suite A100. 480-478-8121 or creativecolorart.com

Empower Ranch

Day Camp (Dec. 26-30 & Jan. 2-6). Campers ages 7-14 (children age 5-6 may attend with an older sibling) will enjoy hands-on growth and enrichment with horses, farm animals, outdoor recreation, games, dance, singing, gardening, arts and crafts, and safe, responsible outdoor skills and ethics. Each day, campers will learn about horsemanship including equine behavior, communication, safety, grooming, horse care, and at least one morning of horseback riding! Welcoming kids who benefit from social, learning, and behavioral supports. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
227 W. Beverly Rd., Phoenix. empoweranch.org

Engineering for Kids

Winter Break Camps (Dec. 19-23, Dec. 27-30, no camp Dec. 26). Ages 6-12 can focus on a fun and intuitive curriculum including Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) enrichment according to age and ability level. Campers will alos enjoy the Sky Zone facility with multiple dodgeball courts, towering rock walls, massive foam pits, sprawling trampoline courts, warrior courses, and more! Sky Zone: Scottsdale, 4857 E. Greenway Rd. Suite A, Scottsdale. Sky Zone: Central Phoenix, 928 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix. 480-757-1281 or engineeringforkids.com

Fountain Hills Theater

Winter Camp (Dec. 19 – 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). No camp on the 26th. Campers ages 8-16 will grow the skills and real-world experiences needed for a production. Through rehearsals for “The Music Man Kids”, campers will learn how to perform on stage, be educated with terminology and techniques needed in a production. A technical/behind-the-scene skills of the camp is available for students 12-16. Two ticketed performances will be presented on December 30 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. All campers will receive a picture and biography in the show’s program, and a commemorative t-shirt. Fountain Hills, 11445 N. Saguaro Blvd., Fountain Hills. 480-837-9661 Ext. 3 or fhtaz.org 

Heart & Soul Kids Gymnastic & Dance

Winter Break Camp: Winter Wonderland! (Dec. 28-30). Join the team for chilly experiments, tundra-inspired obstacle courses, and icy crafts. Full Day/Full Camp: $175, Half Day/Full Camp: $100, Single Day: $65, Half Day: $40. Extended care options are available. Heart & Soul Kids, 8363 North Oracle Rd., Oro Valley. heartandsoulkids.com

iCode Chandler

Winter Break Camps (Dec. 23, 27-29 and Jan. 2-6). When school is out, iCode is in! Onsite STEAM camps focused on Minecraft, Roblox, game design, digital arts, robotics, and more. One-day and three-day camps available. Ages 7-14. $129-$279. 1960 W. Germann Rd #2, Chandler. icodeschool.com/chandler

Impact Gymnastics Academy

Drop & Shop (Dec. 10, 6:30- to 9:30 p.m. and Dec. 3, 4 to 7 p.m.). Drop the kids off to have fun while you get your errands done, like holiday shopping. $60 includes pizza. $5 sibling discount. Ages 4 and up. Winter Camp (Dec. 19 – 23 & 26 -30). Camp  attendees ages 4-14 will rotate through gymnastics rotations, open gym and make a holiday craft. Full-day $340/week. Half-day $255/week. Drop-in, Before-care also available. 7812 N 12th St b, Phoenix. 602-870-7574 or impactgymaz.com

KidsPark

This drop-in daycare facility is open days, nights and weekends for children ages 2-10 with charges per hour, per day, and per week, with discounts for siblings. Arrowhead location, 7337 W. Bell Rd., Peoria (623-878-2411). Scottsdale location, 12635 N. 48th St., in Phoenix (602-788- 2445). kidspark.com

Makutu’s Island

This Chandler indoor play center has an indoor “tree” filled with tunnels, tubes, mole-holes, and slides. Lots of arcade games, too. All-day admission is for a child (ages 1-17) and one adult. 6919 W. Ray Rd., Chandler. 480-344-3740 or makutusisland.com

Oro Valley Community Center

Winter Break Horse Camp (Dec. 26-30). Children ages 6-12 will spend time on horseback, riding both Western and English styles. Learn about horse behavior, language, interpreting what a horse id thinking, horse care, grooming, equine anatomy, colors and breeds. Plus, crafts, trail rides games and more. 9 a.m. to noon. $350/week. Rolling Hills Academy, 11600 N. Oracle Rd., Oro Valley. secure.rec1.com/AZ/oro-valley-az

Paige Productions Youth Theater

Winter Break Camp Carnival & Show (Dec. 19-29). Three camp options:Two-Week Option, First-Week Only or Second-Week Only. Performers work on singing, dancing, acting, have fun with theater games, AND prepare a carnival for the community. Everyone can help with ideas for carnival games and prizes. Ages 5-14. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enrollment required. One-week: $200, Two-week: $350. Fountain Hills Presbyterian Church (Fellowship Hall), 13001 N. Fountain Hills Blvd., Fountain Hills. paigeproductionsaz. com

Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary

Winter Camp (Dec. 19 – 23 and Dec. 26-30). Ages 6-8 and 12-14, half-day 9 a.m. to noon and ages 9-12, full-day 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Campers will learn about reptiles and participate in animal care and interactions, physical activities and STEAM-oriented activities. $50/day for half day, $75/day for full day. Each camp has a maximum of 10 participants. Cross streets: Scottsdale Rd. and Dynamite, North Scottsdale. 480-513-4377 or phoenixherp.com

Playformance Tucson

Winter Break Camps (Dec. 19-23). Children ages 6 and older, can connect, learn, and PLAY through our active and engaging day camp. We offer a variety of physical play and activities designed for children of all temperaments and athletic inclination. In our amazing 7,000 sq. foot facility, kids work up a sweat and have the “best day of their life” (actual quote!) while engaging with our skilled coaching team. Weekly themes guide the play and multiple weeks encouraged. 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. $350/week, $72/day. Playformance Tucson, 119 E. Toole Ave., Tucson. playformancetucson.com/camps

Reid Park Zoo

Winter Camp (Dec. 27-30). An exciting opportunities for children grades 1-2 and grades 3-6 to explore the zoo and learn about our animals and the habitats that they live in. Through special behind-the-scenes experiences, crafts, games, and activities, your children will discover the wonders and mysteries of the natural world. Zoo Member children $55/day, Non-Member children: $75/ day. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Reid Park Zoo, 3400 Zoo Ct., Tucson. 520-837-8200, [email protected]g or reidparkzoo.org

Seth Corey Tennis Academy

Winter Break Camp (Dec. 19 – 23 and Dec. 26 – 30). Includes tennis instruction, sports activities and lunch for ages 4-16, all levels welcome. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aftercare available. The McCormick Scottsdale, 7421 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 602-803-4006 or sethkoreytennis.com

SPF Parkour Academy

SPF Winter Camp (Dec. 19-30). Campers ages 4-17 learn and refine your skills in Parkour, Trampoline, Ninja Warrior, and Boxing. Full-day: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Half-day: 9 a.m. to noon or noon to 3 p.m. $200/half day week or $45/day, $300/full day week or $65/day. Sibling discount. SPF Parkour Academy, 1830 E. Baseline Rd., Suite #108, Mesa. spfparkouracademy.com/camps

SRF Baseball Academy

Hitting Clinic (Dec. 10).  From 9 a.m. to noon, kids ages 5-12 will enjoy hitting instruction and drill work! Plenty of swings to help players get better for the future. Players will get instruction from former MLB/Minor league players and coaches and learn simple drills to help them become better hitters. Winter Baseball Camps (Dec. 20 – 21 and Dec. 27 – 28). Young baseball players ages 5-12 to improve their skills and prepare for the spring season. 1 to 4 p.m. Salt River Fields at Talking Stick (Spring Training Facility), 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. 480-270-5000 or saltriverfields.com/srfbaseballacademy

The Tucson Racquet & Fitness Club

Holiday Camp (Dec. 19-23 and Dec. 26-30). Tennis Camp (ages 7-17) or All Sports Camp (ages 5-14). Basic instruction, drills and fun competition in all sports are offered on a daily basis. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. $60/day or $215/week. No drop-ins. Family discount available. Lunch provided. Tucson Racquet and Fitness Club, 4001 N. Country Club Rd., Tucson. tucsonracquetclub.com/holiday-camp

The University of Arizona

Winter Fusion Camp (Dec. 26-30). Daily winter camp themes are infused with scientific exploration and engaging activities. Children grades 1-2 and grades 3-5 will have unique hands-on experiences that promote a love for learning. Each day includes special educational activities, a planetarium show, and visit to an exhibit related to the daily theme. Flandrau Members: $60/day, General Public: $70/day. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium on the University of Arizona campus, 1601 E. University Blvd., Tucson. 520-621-4516 or flandrau.org

Winter Break Camp (Jan. 3-6). Campers ages 5-14 will take part in an active schedule of group games, team building, arts and crafts, and winter themed fun. Parents can drop off as early as 7:30 a.m. and pick up by 5:30 p.m., at no additional cost. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Full Session: Student/$180, Member/$190, Non-Member/$200. $60/day. 10% sibling discount. SouthREC on the University of Arizona campus, 1400 E. Sixth St., Tucson. rec.arizona.edu/youth/school-break-camps/winter-break-camp

Timeless Play

Childcare Drop-Off Play Experience. Choose any 4-hour block during 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for the whole week or a few days. Ages 1-12. $40 a day a child and an additional $35 a day per siblings. Seasonal activities and crafts will be enjoyed throughout the week. Timeless Play, 4425 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson or 1880 E. Tangerine Rd. Ste #150, Tucson (opening Feb 2023). 520-955-4896 or timeless-play.com

TRAK (Therapeutic Ranch for Animals & Kids)

Winter Break Horsemanship Camp (Dec. 19-23 and Dec. 26-30). Come experience the most fun you can have on the back of a horse. Ages  5-14. 9 a.m. to Noon. TRAK offers popular school break camps all year long! All of our camps include horseback riding, hands-on animal care lessons, and experiencing ranch life. Note: Camps are members only programs. TRAK, 3250 E Allen Rd, Tucson. 520-298-9808 or traktucson.org/programs/#camps

USA Youth Fitness Center

USA Kids Camp (Dec. 21 23 and Dec. 27 30). Full-day camps 9 a. m. to 3:30p.m. for ages 5 – 12 years old at both the Gilbert and Queen Creek gym locations. Daily nonstop activities ranging from weekly themes, open gym and obstacle courses to dance choreography and much more. Lunch available for purchase. 1530 S. Gilbert Rd. in Gilbert (480-926-1480) or 24648 S. Ellsworth Rd. in Queen Creek (480-783-2546). usagymaz.com

Valley of the Sun JCC

Winter Break School’s Out Program (Dec. 19-23 and Dec. 26-30). Various camp style programming includes arts and crafts, gym, playground, and field, as well as exciting science and technology activities worked into the schedule! 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-483-7121 or vosjcc.org

YMCA

School Breaks & Holidays Camps. Your child will enjoy their out-of-school days with group games, STEM projects and more. Have your child join the YMCA for a “day off” they won’t forget. Contact your Y branch for more information. valleyymca.org/childcare/out-of-school-days

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School’s Out Camp – YMCA of the Treasure Coast

Childcare available on School Holidays, Teacher Planning Days, Winter Break and Spring Break.

All of our School-age Childcare sites offer School’s Out Camps on most non-school days! Participants enjoy fun and safe activities, so that you may work without worry, even when school is out. Hours, prices, and activities vary by location, and current Afterschool students receive priority registration.

Stuart Branch

YMCA Richard C. Geisinger, Sr. Branch – 1700 SE Monterey Road, Stuart, FL 34996

School’s Out Camp at the Stuart Branch is packed full of awesome activities, including field trips, swimming, arts & crafts, academic enrichment, games, sports, and much more. School’s Out Camp operates on most MCSD non-school days from 7am until 6pm. Drop-off and pick-up at the Camp Office (just to the left of the Front Desk). Specific details (activities, trips, etc.) will be emailed prior to the start of each camp day.

Single-day camps: $27 with YMCA Family membership; $33 non-members

Week-long camps (Winter Break, Spring Break): $135 with YMCA Family membership; $165 non-members

Program Dates:

• 9/26/22 (Rosh Hashanah)
• 10/5/22 (Yom Kippur)
• 11/11/22 (Veteran’s Day)
• 11/23/22 (Wednesday before Thanksgiving)
• 12/19/22 – 12/23/23 (Winter Break Week 1)
• 12/26/22 – 12/30/23 (Winter Break Week 2)
• 1/2/23 (Teacher Work Day)
• 1/3/23 (Teacher Work Day)
• 1/16/23 (MLK Day)
• 2/6/23 (Teacher’s Work Day)
• 2/20/23 (President’s Day)
• 3/13/23 – 3/17/23 (Spring Break)

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St. Lucie County

Available at the following locations:

• YMCA Bayshore Program Center @ Jaycee Park – 1301 SW Bayshore Boulevard, Port St. Lucie FL 34983
• F.K. Sweet Elementary – 1400 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce FL 34950
• Weatherbee Elementary – 1400 Avenue Q, Fort Pierce FL 34950
• C.A.S.T. Elementary – 1100 Delaware Ave, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
• Village Green Elementary – 1700 SE Lennard Rd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

*Location must have at least 15 children registered to operate* 

When school is out, Camp is in! Campers enjoy arts & crafts, sports, academic enrichment and more! Advance registration required! Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes; water bottle and sunscreen. Afternoon snack provided. Limited availability, register today!

Single-day camps: $17 per child

Week-long camps (Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Spring Break): $85 per child

Program Dates: 

• 9/23/22 (Teacher Work Day)
• 10/5/22 (Yom Kippur)
• 10/10/22 (Teacher Work Day)
• 11/11/22 (Veteran’s Day)
• 11/21/22 – 11/23/22 (Thanksgiving Break) (closed Thursday & Friday)
• 12/19/22 – 12/23/22 Winter Break Week 1
• 12/27/22 – 11/30/22 Winter Break Week 2 (12/27-12/30, closed Monday)
• 1/16/22 (MLK Day)
• 2/20/22 (Presidents’ Day)
• 2/27/22 (Teacher Work Day)
• 3/13/22-3/17/22 (Spring Break)
• 3/20/22 (Teacher Work Day)

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45 things to do with the kids during the winter holidays in 2022

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During the New Year holidays, it may be tempting to close in an apartment and spend the weekend watching TV shows, scrolling through the Instagram feed and texting Viber with friends. You are busy with your own affairs, the children with theirs, and everyone seems to be happy. But it was not there! If you want the New Year holidays 2022 to be remembered for a lifetime and become the most long-awaited event of the year, follow our entertainment instructions. The Store of Permanent Sales has compiled a game guide of what to do with children during the winter holidays in 2022. After reading this article, you will have at least 45 ideas for fun activities for the whole family.

To grandparents’ house for Christmas

While video chatting with grandparents is good, it’s even better to prepare gifts for them and visit them at Christmas. Let the children sign the greeting cards and make original decorations for the gift boxes. New Year holidays are the best time to strengthen family ties, forgive grievances and just get closer.

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Read a book together

On those days when the weather is cold and bad, there is nothing better than sitting at home on the couch and reading books with the children, snuggled up in blankets. Firstly, reading brings together, and secondly, it perfectly develops fantasy and imagination, and also replenishes vocabulary.

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Enjoy the snow

The word “snowman” makes children’s eyes widen. Even if you have to drive somewhere where there is a lot of snow, it’s worth it to have fun. You can make snow angels or build families of snowmen – either way you will have a lot of fun.

Have a snow fight

Playing snowballs is fun, but it’s also exciting to have a real snow fight. Buy snow blowers and snow throwers, prepare shells and start the fight.

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Conquer the ice rink

If your kids can’t skate yet, New Year’s Eve 2022 is the best time to learn a new skill. Let going to the skating rink become your winter family tradition.

Watch movies at home or in the cinema

Take your kids to the cinema during the winter holidays to watch kind and beautiful films. If you prefer to stay at home, choose the most interesting New Year’s films and watch them with the whole family. Do not miss the opportunity to spend time in the company of your children, who are growing up so fast.

Buy a cheesecake and conquer the highest slide

If you spent all your childhood on sleds, then let your children spend the New Year holidays on cheesecakes. They are lightweight, comfortable and super fast. They are easy to lift on high slides and store at home.

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Obstacle course

Create a winter obstacle course for your kids. They can crawl under a tight rope, jump over rocks, build snowmen at the speed and do much more just to be the first to reach the finish line and get the coveted prize.

Snow sculptures

From year to year, making a snowman can get boring. And who said that only snowmen can be made from snow? Organize a competition for the best snow sculpture for children to unleash their creativity.

Snow treasure hunt

Unleash your child’s inner pirate and send him out to find hidden loot. Hide a few things in the snow and let the kids know how many items they have to find. Little mischief-makers will love looking for treasure in the snow.

Build a snow maze

If you don’t know what to do with your kids during the New Year holidays, take shovels and go outside to build a snow maze. Little fidgets will love building the maze and then finding their way out through its many twists and turns.

Make the biggest snowball

Snowballs are an activity for kids, adult children are ready to make the biggest snowball of their lives. Have a competition and see which family member can make the biggest ball of snow.

Target competition

Set up targets or draw them on the board and let the kids try to knock things down with snowballs or hit the bullseye. The most dexterous shooter who first hits all the targets will win the competition.

Snow bowling

Make a path in the middle of the yard, arrange plastic water bottles and make huge snowballs. Then push them so that they knock down all the bottles at once.

Get creative

If there is no snow outside or it is very cold, you can have fun without leaving your home. Needlework kits will help you with this. So what can you do? Learn to embroider, make jewelry and home decor, conduct chemical experiments and sculpt figurines.

HOBBYHIT Creative set “Bracelets. Magic beads”, plastic, 17×2.5x14cm

Art.: 283-116

HOBBYHIT Set for creativity “Embroidery with yarn”, wool, cardboard, plastic, 18.5×18.5x3cm, 3 designs

Art.: 283-114

HOBBYHIT Art kit Wind music, wood, paints, metal, 16x21cm, 2 designs

Art.: 287-368

LORI Crystal growing kit, chemical reagents, 13.5×11.3x4cm, 10+, 8 colors

Art.: 283-074

Make original crafts

Another idea to keep kids busy during winter break is to learn how to make crafts. You can burn pictures on wood, make plush toys, paint bags, or finally master the sketchbook.

HOBBYHIT DIY kit Sketchbook, paper, PU, ​​25.4×25.7cm, 4 designs

Art.: 287-363

HOBBYHIT Art kit Coloring bag, polyester, 28x33cm, 4-8 designs

Art.: 287-364

HOBBIEHIT Creative set Plush figures, styrofoam, textile, plastic, 14x14cm, 4-8 designs

Art.: 287-366

10KINGDOM Set of 2 wood burning boards, 25×17.5cm, 5 designs, 02794,03870,01774,02743

Art.: 261-599

Create pictures

A great winter break creative activity for kids is to make pictures out of rhinestones, thread, or sand. You can make appliqués, engravings and frescoes. Present the finished work to your grandmother as a New Year or Christmas gift.

HOBBYHIT Nail and thread painting “String Art”, EVA, metal, 19. 5×19.5×1.5cm, 4 designs

Art.: 281-179

HOBBYHIT Sand painting, cardboard, sand, 23x20x2.5cm, 6 designs

Art.: 281-176

HOBBYHIT Art kit “Picture of rhinestones, Antistress”, 20x20cm, 4-8 designs

Art.: 281-171

HOBBYHIT Engraving notebook, 8 pages, stack, paper, bamboo, 10x14x0.7cm

Art.: 281-147

Clay modeling and plasticine a

Modeling is not only fun, but also useful. If the child is not diligent, does not concentrate well on tasks and throws everything halfway, modeling will help solve these problems. We recommend buying lightweight plasticine, which has increased elasticity and does not require extra effort from you. A great relaxing activity for the whole family.

HOBBYHIT Light plasticine set, 17. 5x30cm, 12 colors

Art.: 289-140

Kinetic sand 500, set: 6 molds, plastic, sand 500g, 6 colors

Art.: 289-119

HOBBYHIT Light plasticine set, 6 col. 10g each, 15.5x7x6.5cm

Art.: 289-114

HOBBYHIT Light plasticine, polymer, 18×14.8x1cm, 6-10 colors

Art.: 218-017

Draw, color and cut out

Nothing soothes and captivates like drawing. Make appliques out of fabric, color cards with gel rhinestones and use stencils to create a wardrobe for a paper doll – with Hobbiheat craft kits you will definitely not get bored during the winter holidays.

HOBBYHIT Cardboard with gel rhinestones, 15x20x1cm, 4 designs

Art. : 285-169

HOBBYHIT Petal and rhinestone appliqué, plastic, polyester, cardboard, 21x34cm, 8 designs

Art.: 285-151

Drawing stencil + 6 pencils, plastic, 26-28×17-18.5 cm, 5-10 designs

Art.: 285-148

HOBBYHIT Pom-pom appliqué Mix, cardboard, textile, 16x26cm, 8 designs

Art.: 285-135

Paint the snow

Mix food coloring with water, and then go paint the snow, make drawings and make funny inscriptions. You can even buy cans of paint and play tic-tac-toe on the snow.

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1. Build a city of snow castles using buckets and shovels.
2. Play a game of tug of war, which is much safer on snow than on pavement or grass.
3. Make an inverted snowman standing upside down in the snow.
4. Pass the icicle: children pass the icicle from hand to hand, if the music stops and you have an icicle in your hand, you are out of the game. Keep playing until the ice is completely melted.
5. Make colorful ice cubes using food coloring and use them to build a pyramid outside.
6. Make a winter fire and fry sausages.
7. Host a snowman fashion show. Let the judges decide who has the most fashionable snowman.
8. Simulate an ice cream shop: kids can color the snow with food coloring and sell it in different fruit flavors.
9. Teach kids to ski and play hockey.
10. Go to the forest to collect cones, sticks and berries, then use them to create paintings in the snow.
11. Make bird feeders and hang them in your yard.
12. Teach children to do good: feed homeless cats and dogs.
13. Arrange a competition: who will build the highest pyramid of snowballs.
14. Run a snowball fight to see who can roll the biggest ball from point A to point B the fastest.
15. Make paper snowflakes and decorate the trees in your yard with them.
16. Go ice fishing.
17. Go for an evening walk before going to bed to get a breath of frosty air and drink hot chocolate at the nearest coffee shop.
18. Play hopscotch in the snow.
19. Make a snow volcano: Mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda, a tablespoon of dishwashing detergent and food coloring. Make a volcano out of the snow, add the mixture on top of it, and then pour 30 ml of vinegar.
20. Play hide and seek, looking for each participant in the game in the footsteps.
21. Spin the hoops and see who lasts the longest (when you’re dressed it’s a lot harder).
22. Blow soap bubbles to watch them freeze in the air.
23. Decorate snowmen while blindfolded.
24. Drive into the forest to find animal and bird tracks.
25. Hold a competition: who will be the first to carry a snowball in a spoon to the finish line, passing the obstacle course.

Now you know exactly what to do with the children during the New Year holidays. Have fun with the whole family, and you can always buy children’s goods in the Store of Permanent Sales at low prices.

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When parents work hard, and children are constantly sitting at home, there is absolutely no time for joint leisure. By the end of the day everyone is tired. All you want to do is finally finish your household chores and go to bed. In this frantic pace of modern life, the very thread that connects parents with children is often lost. Everyone lives their own life, building walls around themselves. New Year holidays are the best time to create family traditions and spend a lot of time with the whole family. No school, no work, just having fun with the people you love. What to do during the Christmas holidays, so that everyone has fun, MNR tells in this article. Keep a list of family activities for the New Year 2021, you will remember this vacation for a long time.

No. 1. Family movie screening. Half a day at school, then another half day for homework. And also additional dance classes, sports sections and language learning. It’s definitely not about watching movies. Christmas holidays are the best time to do whatever you want with your children. Prepare warm blankets, popcorn, drinks, Christmas comedies and cartoons.

7 Christmas movies and cartoons to watch with your kids on vacation:

1. “Prince for Christmas” is about a journalist who went to interview a prince, but fell in love with him so much that she married and became a princess. 3 parts out.
2. The Swan Princess is a cartoon based on Tchaikovsky’s ballet Swan Lake. In 2020, the 9th part of a romantic story called “The Swan Princess: Royal Wedding” was released.
3. “Fairies: the secret of the country of dragons” – a cartoon about a young princess and an evil sorceress.
4. Klaus is a 2019 Christmas cartoon about a spoiled rich boy who, with the help of an influential father, was sent beyond the Arctic Circle and met the gray-haired old man Klaus.
5. “In the Place of the Princess” is about adventures in the royal family.
6. The Knight Before Christmas is about a modern American woman and a knight from medieval England.
7. Home for Christmas is a Norwegian series that is fun to watch on vacation with your teenage daughter. This is a story about a girl 30+ who is still not married, and therefore endures constant pressure from her parents.

Watching Christmas movies is best on a good HD quality TV with a Smart TV function that allows you to choose series and cartoons on the Internet. TV Leben is a great New Year’s gift for the whole family.

No. 2. Find the highest hill and go down on a cheesecake all day. Modern children spend all their time on gadgets. And holidays are no exception. Games, correspondence with friends, social networks, and when to live a real life? If you do not know what to do with children during the New Year holidays, buy SilaPro inflatable cheesecakes and go out of town. Find a steep hill and go down with the whole family. You will be surprised how happy your children can be. The SilaPro brand produces first-class snowtubes made of high-strength Oxford 600D fabric. Cheesecakes are equipped with comfortable seats.

SILAPRO Snowtube with seat, d=80cm, Oxford 600D, R14 rubber, PVC

Art.: 112-040

Cheesecake sled “Standard with seat” d75cm (chamber R13) packing bag

Art.: 112-032

No. 3. Have a snowball fight in the forest. What else to do with children on New Year’s holidays, if not to play snowballs in the forest? New Year and Christmas are wonderful times to spend time in nature. And fun and active. Take the SilaPro snow blowers with you to make the perfect projectiles and crush the enemy team. And after a snow fight, you can fry a barbecue. Walk so walk.

SILAPRO Snow blower “Grenade”, 35x9cm, plastic, 3 colors

Art. : 084-004

SILAPRO Snow blower, plastic, 39×13.8cm

Art.: 084-003

SILAPRO Snow blower for 2 pieces, 38x10cm, plastic, 4 colors

Art.: 084-002

No. 4. Teach kids to skate and ski. If your kids are too homely and don’t know how to skate and ski, New Year’s Eve 2021 is a great opportunity to learn new skills. In addition, skating with the whole family is very fun.

No. 5. Have a game night. In the normal daily routine, each member of the family is busy with their own affairs. Often parents forget that children need not only to be fed and clothed, but also to play with them. And regardless of their age. Board games are a great way to bond with your loved one and build rapport.

What to play with children during the New Year holidays?

• Board games with dice and counters – adventure games where everything is decided by luck.
• Economic games – you can develop cities, build your own empire and become a millionaire. For example, in the legendary board game “Monopoly” you need to buy or rent land, build production, destroy competitors and get a profit after all investments.
• Cheerful twist is an exciting game for all family members, where you need to stand on your feet or hands by any means. How will it work.

IGROLAND Board game “Merry Twist”, PP, 26.5×26.5×5.5cm

Art.: 897-054

IGROLAND Board game “Pro intervention, Ours in Salisbury”, cardboard, 25x18x4cm, 2 designs

Art.: 897-050

IGROLAND Russian roulette board game, plastic, 23x17x5cm

Art.: 897-043

No. 6. Bake Christmas treats. What to do with children during the New Year holidays? Of course, bake cookies and pies. And to make it more interesting for children to engage in confectionery, buy original forms. Silicone baking molds are suitable for beginner confectioners. Nothing burns in them, and sweets easily jump out onto a plate.

VETTA Silicone mold 6 cells, 28x18x3cm, “Rose”, 3 colors, HS-060

Art.: 891-007

VETTA Silicone mold 6 cells, for cupcakes, corrugated, 25.5x18x3.5cm, 3 colors, HS-027

Art.: 891-005

Cookie cutter set, 4pcs, stainless steel

Art.: 884-339

No. 7. Create your own Christmas decorations. Search the Internet for workshops on carving snowflakes and creating original New Year’s compositions. Together with children, you can decorate not only the Christmas tree, but the whole house. If you still don’t know what to do with children during the New Year holidays, come up with creative activities – make terrariums and fireflies in jars, compositions from garlands and Christmas tree decorations.

Look for inspiration in our article: 12 ideas on how to decorate your home with LED garlands for the New Year

No. 8. Write a letter to Santa Claus and a letter of gratitude. Children should be grateful and appreciate everything they have. Create a New Year’s family tradition of writing letters with a request to Santa Claus and thanks to God. Save your childhood notes to share with your grandchildren.

No. 9. Read a book together. Kids today don’t like to read. If not for school textbooks, many of them would not even know what a real book looks like. During the New Year holidays, read an interesting story. It could be Thumbelina, The Wizard of Oz or The Nutcracker. Or maybe New Year 2021 is the best time to read Scarlet Sails.

Book “Extracurricular reading”, 96 pages, cardboard, paper, 16.5x24x1cm, 4 designs

Art.: 837-158

PROF-PRESS Book “School’s Library”, paper, cardboard, 16. 5×21.5x1cm, 96pp., 6-12 designs

Art.: 837-112

ND PLAY Educational book “Magic Tales”, paper, 17x24x1cm, 7 designs

Art.: 837-084

No. 10. Teach children to be kind and share with others. Many parents spoil their children, because of which they live in their own world and do not show concern for others. Create a family New Year’s tradition – once a year to share things with those who need it. Let the child choose 5 unnecessary toys and a few things from the wardrobe that he grew out of, and give them to the baby who does not have all of these. Kindness and caring for others is the best thing that can live in the heart of your beloved child.

No. 11. Build a birdhouse and feed the birds daily. If there is nothing to do with the children during the New Year holidays, introduce them to carpentry. Every bird needs a house and food, especially when it’s winter outside. Great alternative to electronic gadgets.

No. 12. Prepare Christmas gifts for relatives. Previously, gifts for Christmas were not bought, but made with their own hands. So why not revive this beautiful tradition for the 2021 New Year holidays? HobbyHit creative kits will be great helpers. Little mischievous people can build a 3D house for grandpa and make a picture of rhinestones for grandma. Really valuable Christmas gifts.

HOBBYHIT House 3D puzzle, foam board, 4 designs

Art.: 287-337

HOBBYHIT Thread painting, cardboard, thread, 23x20x2.5cm, 4-6 designs

Art.: 281-174

HOBBYHIT Rhinestone painting, set (rhinestones, base, stick), 20x30cm, 10 designs

Art.: 281-156

HOBBYHIT Rhinestone appliqué “Mix”, paper, plastic, 21×34. 5cm, 8 designs

Art.: 281-116

No. 13. Throw a pajama party. Let the kids invite their best friends over for a sleepover during the holidays. Have them come in their pajamas to watch Christmas movies all night, drink hot chocolate, eat cookies and popcorn. Children will be delighted with such New Year’s entertainment.

No. 14. Launch Chinese lanterns with the whole family. Are you still wondering what to do with your kids this Christmas? Make it a family tradition to go for a walk right after dinner. Breathe in fresh air so you can sleep soundly through the night. On one of the evenings, you can start Chinese lanterns, thereby spending the outgoing year.

No. 15. Let the children look into their childhood. Remember watching the filmstrips on the wall? Many in childhood had a slide projector into which a film was inserted with a story like “Ruslan and Lyudmila. The room had to be perfectly dark. And on each frame there was a picture with text. Perhaps your parents still have a slide projector. Modern children will definitely be amazed at your pastime in childhood. Also during the New Year holidays, you can introduce your favorite child to your favorite cartoons – Tom and Jerry, Popeye the Sailor, Gummi Bears, Chip and Dale. And if your daughter has not yet watched the movie “Three Nuts for Cinderella”, be sure to organize a joint film screening this New Year’s holidays.

Other things to do with the kids during the winter holidays 2021

1. Make a snowman and have a fun family photo shoot with him
2. After all the adventures, print out the photos and make a themed photo album called “New Year holidays 2021”
3. Surprise your neighbors with bright decorations in your house, and if you live in an apartment, decorate your front door with a spectacular wreath made by the whole family
4. Have Christmas Karaoke
5. Prepare New Year’s candy and lollipops
6. Show the children the beauty of the New Year’s evening city, every city becomes magical after dark
7. Gather all the relatives around the big festive table
8. Invite friends with children and play charades
9. Make your own Christmas decorations
10. Make the little ones believe in magic: leave not only gifts under the tree, but also shoeprints on the laminate flooring and don’t forget to leave a Santa hat at the front door
11. Learn carols and go candy collecting with original Santa Claus socks
12. Make an angel in the snow and light a fire
13. Put on a talent show – let the kids show off their best side
14. Share stories from your childhood with your children over afternoon cocoa and Christmas carols
15. Be sure to tell your child how much you love him.