How to Entertain Kids With Games when Babysitting
Ask the parents what they like to do., Get all materials needed., Do the activities with them!, Dance with them if the kids want to dance!, Put on a movie., Go outside and play tag, catch or another outdoor game., Ask the parents if you could go to...
Step-by-Step Guide
-
Step 1: Ask the parents what they like to do.
If you want to entertain kids, then this is a key step. -
Step 2: Get all materials needed.
For example, if they like jump roping, get a jump rope.
Most parents will have a toy or two a child really likes, so ask beforehand. , You will not only have fun yourself, you'll be watching them.
If the children are older, they might want to play by themselves. , Find appropriate music and start dancing with them.
Most kids will love this! , Make sure the rating is okay with the parent. , Don't go out if it is dark or cold.
Make sure they are dressed properly; frostbite, hypothermia, and heat stroke are huge dangers in kids.
Always make sure children drink a lot of water in hot weather. , Beware of special dietary needs, such as allergies.
Don't let them eat something if they are allergic. , By this time, it's probably close to bedtime.
Don't try to get them hyper. , Always make sure the shows are okay with parents. , Get them to take a bath, put on their PJs, then have them brush their teeth.
This will get them tired and ready for bed. , -
Step 3: Do the activities with them!
-
Step 4: Dance with them if the kids want to dance!
-
Step 5: Put on a movie.
-
Step 6: Go outside and play tag
-
Step 7: catch or another outdoor game.
-
Step 8: Ask the parents if you could go to restaurant or order a pizza for dinner.
-
Step 9: Do a puzzle or craft.
-
Step 10: Let them watch TV.
-
Step 11: About half an hour until bedtime
-
Step 12: get them ready for bed.
-
Step 13: Once it's bedtime
-
Step 14: read them a book
-
Step 15: put on some soothing music
-
Step 16: or sing them a lullaby.
Detailed Guide
If you want to entertain kids, then this is a key step.
For example, if they like jump roping, get a jump rope.
Most parents will have a toy or two a child really likes, so ask beforehand. , You will not only have fun yourself, you'll be watching them.
If the children are older, they might want to play by themselves. , Find appropriate music and start dancing with them.
Most kids will love this! , Make sure the rating is okay with the parent. , Don't go out if it is dark or cold.
Make sure they are dressed properly; frostbite, hypothermia, and heat stroke are huge dangers in kids.
Always make sure children drink a lot of water in hot weather. , Beware of special dietary needs, such as allergies.
Don't let them eat something if they are allergic. , By this time, it's probably close to bedtime.
Don't try to get them hyper. , Always make sure the shows are okay with parents. , Get them to take a bath, put on their PJs, then have them brush their teeth.
This will get them tired and ready for bed. ,
About the Author
Stephen Carter
Professional writer focused on creating easy-to-follow creative arts tutorials.
Rate This Guide
How helpful was this guide? Click to rate: