The little girl I'm in the process of adopting will be here in 2 weeks for a 2 week visit. I need some ideas on how to keep her entertained. We will be going to a couple lakes, the zoo, miniature golf and to make personalized teddy bears. I make plenty of money, but don't want her to learn to be a spoiled, so some ideas on keeping her happy without spending hundreds of dollars would be nice. I'll be giving her an allowance while she's here, so she'll have some of her own money to spend as well. HELP!! I need ideas quick! Thanks a bunch!! :) ~Kendra Leigh
2006-08-01 15:49:12 · 12 answers · asked by Kendra Leigh 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
lego
colour in books
make peg dolls.... scraps of fabric... glue... wool...
dress ups
make up
totum tennis is lots of fun
rollerskates
make a wind chime together
pick a fun novel like charlie and the chocolate factory... read her a chapter every night
it sounds like you already have a lot planned... but do simple things together
i stress to keep it simple... you dont want her to expect all those fun things you are planning for her all the time... as they are obviously special treats to help her get to know you
children love one on one time and to be at home as well... make her feel comfortable, content and happy in her new home...
sounds like a very exciting time for you... good luck x
2006-08-01 16:36:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Ok with discipline, you need to talk to the parents first on what they view as acceptable disciplinary action for what behavior. That way there is no misunderstandings that could possibly land you in a court room. I just felt that aspect took the highest importiance in your question. When you speak to them, if she hasn't been acting up, reassure them that she is doing fine, but if it ever occurs, that you want to be able to issue discipline that they are already using. If she has been acting up, outline what she has been doing, what lead up to the outburst, and why you felt the behavior was inappropriate. This will show them that you're mature enough to respect their discipline style and you respect their daughter. Are there parks in the area? Friends of hers that live nearby? If it's acceptable with the parents, you could have a friend of hers over or take her and a friend to the park and do the whole hair and painting the nails thing, or playing frizbee or whatever things the park offers. Does she have a bicycle? Maybe walking with her around the block while she's bicycling would help keep her entertained. Does the family have a lawn sprinkler? Let her run through the sprinkler, it's hot as an oven this year, I'm sure she'd love it. Just a few things that came to mind.
2016-03-16 11:45:32 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bake treats
Color/paint
Watch movies
Build tents with blankets
Have themed nights - Princess night (watch a princess movie, make a princess craft) Circus night, Disney night...etc
Give make-overs
Play dress-up
Play Barbies
Read books
Make a home movie/music video
Go for a walk
Do a craft
Have a photo shoot
Go for a walk
Go to a water park or amusement park
Go horse back riding
Go on a tour of your city or a near by city
Have a camp out in the back yard
Go to a garage sale - most kids love other peoples "junk" lol
These are just a few ideas. Good luck and have TONS of fun!! :)
2006-08-01 16:42:36 · answer #3 · answered by Mandie A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't need lots of money to bond with children. In fact, if you ask a child what he/she wants, they will probably suggest very simple activities that require little or no money. Take your child on activities that promote communication and sharing such as going for a walk on the beach.
2006-08-01 16:07:12 · answer #4 · answered by MrG 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Kids LOVE to help cook at that age. Let her help you make the meals. She will feel so BIG and important.
also
Here is a good site for age appropriate crafts:
http://familyfun.go.com/arts-and-crafts/crafts-by-age/
And CONGRATULATIONS on becoming a Mommy!!!
2006-08-02 04:17:07 · answer #5 · answered by carmilysmom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure where you live but here they have this place called Libby Lu http://www.clublibbylu.com/ it's a fun girlie girl place.. I know when my daughter was six she loved barbies.
2006-08-01 15:55:40 · answer #6 · answered by Kitikat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just spend time with her, don't spoil her.. Its nicer to just spend time not money.
2006-08-01 19:00:01 · answer #7 · answered by Ms. New Booty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
swimming, swimming lessons, the park (free!), library, library storytime (free), ice skating, roller skating, gymboree, coloring, learning alphabet, snocones or gum
they love the park & swimming at that age...
2006-08-01 15:55:43 · answer #8 · answered by BonesofaTeacher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
by taking them to a fun place like chukee cheeses or something
2006-08-01 15:53:27 · answer #9 · answered by bonky 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
lots of things bubbles,pool,books,movies,
2006-08-01 15:58:03 · answer #10 · answered by amberharris20022000 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋