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No Power? Here’s How to Keep the Family Entertained

No Power? Here’s How to Keep the Family Entertained

The power is out, and you want to preserve battery life. Time to go old school with the fun activities for the family!

  • Read a Book – Great for kids and adults!
  • Make a Fort – Everyone loves a great fort.
  • Shadow Puppets – If it’s dark, use flashlights or headlamps to make a story come to life
  • Have a “Safari” or “Bear Hunt” – Hide stuffed animals or teddy bears throughout the house, and take turns trying to find them.
  • Form a Family Band – Use items in your house to create musical instruments.
  • Family Yoga – Calming for the entire family!
  • Clean out your Closets – No distractions and no excuses! Gather clothes that could be donated to shelters once the storm passes.
  • Play Tic-Tac-Toe
  • Play Charades
  • Play Hangman
  • Have a Thumb Wrestling Competition
  • Play Cards
  • Play Simon Says
  • Color
  • Board games

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