Fun activities to ensure your kids will never be bored during a power outage again!

No power? That’s no problem for you, but that means no Xbox, TV, tablet or WII for your two bored kids – time to run for it!

You may think that you need electronics to keep your kids busy, however power outages are the perfect opportunity to have fun the good old fashioned way. Along with flashlights, batteries and candles, be prepared with fun activities and games to keep the family having fun when the lights go out.

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>> Build the day away

Everyone loves LEGO (except when you step on them with bare feet). They’re the perfect toy to keep kids busy the whole day without needing any electricity. Take a look at the LEGO Ideas Book and keep it on hand so your kids can get inspiration and be encouraged to use their imagination.

>> Be inspired by books

Instead of just giving your children crayons and colouring books, make artwork more interesting. Read your kid’s favourite book with them and then suggest creating art based on it. Be as creative as you can possibly be!

>> Break out the board games

Monopoly, Jenga, Scrabble UNO, Snakes and Ladders and Ludo are just some of the games that are fun for the whole family. Don’t forget about twister that’ll help tire out your active kids. If you ever get bored of the traditional games, just invent your own.

>> Play spotlight charades

Play a twist on the classic charades game. One team must act out their favourite show, book or movie and the others must try and guess what it is. Because of the power outage, you should try incorporate flashlights into the game. Maybe pretend it is a sword or use it to make shadow hand puppets.

>> Cook a tasty treat

Brainstorm tasty kid-friendly treats you can make without an oven, microwave or fridge. Try making Rice Krispie treats using Rice Krispies and a jar of marshmallow cream or how about delicious Nutella s'mores!

>> Make a camp site

The kids will love building indoor forts and pitching tents to wait out the power outage. At night, turn on a lantern or torch to tell spooky stores as the whole family has a slumber party. You can even create your own DIY puppet show with flashlights and paper cut outs.

Don’t let a power outage limit you. Turn an unfortunate power outage into a moment to connect with your family and have some fun. This is the perfect chance for the kids to use nothing but their imaginations in order to pass the time.