We've gathered some of our favourite free activities, simple recipes and creative ideas to help make these school holidays a little easier for local families.
👩🍳 Make Something Together
Some of the best school holiday memories are made in the kitchen.
Cooking together builds confidence, creates conversations and gives everyone a chance to join in.
💚 Beyond Pick
Mini Pancake Kebabs with Nutella & Fruit
A fun recipe that's easy for kids to help make and perfect for breakfast, morning tea or an afternoon treat.
Why we love it
- 🍓 Easy for little hands to help assemble
- 🥞 Uses simple ingredients
- 👨👩👧 Great activity to do together
- 😋 Looks impressive but is really simple
🎨 Create Something
School holidays are the perfect excuse to slow down, get creative and make something together.
Craft doesn't have to be complicated, sometimes all it takes is a few simple supplies and a little imagination.
💚 Beyond Pick
Nature Collage
Head outside for a short walk and collect leaves, sticks, flowers or seed pods. Then bring your treasures home and turn them into a one-of-a-kind artwork.
Why we love it
- 🌿 Encourages outdoor exploration first
- 🎨 Uses things you'll find in nature
- 👧 Suitable for a range of ages
- 💬 A great opportunity to chat while you create
You'll need
- Card or paper
- Glue
- Paint, Pens or Pencils
- Leaves, sticks, flowers or other natural treasures
Looking for organised activities?
If you're looking for something to do with the kids over the next couple of weeks, there are plenty of free activities happening across Moreton Bay.
From circus fun and magic shows to hands-on workshops, or even discovering all about wool while meeting alpacas and Babydoll lambs, there's something for a range of ages to enjoy.
Some activities require bookings, so it's worth planning ahead.
💚 We'd love to keep helping your family
If resources like this are helpful, we'd love to send you practical parenting ideas, family activities and local guides throughout the year.
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Just useful ideas to help your family thrive.
