Keep the little ones busy all summer with 10 fun, hands-on activities, from baking and cooking to party ideas that make the holidays both entertaining and enriching.
10 fun things to do with kids this summer at home
Create a fun milkshake station for summer
What could be more exciting than a milkshake bar for kids (and big kids)? Perfect for a party or celebration, let guests choose their own toppings
Make ice cream sandwiches at home
Making ice cream sandwiches at home is a fun summer activity for kids that keeps them engaged in the kitchen while letting them mix, match and customise their own sweet treats.
Air-fryer ice cream cookie sandwich
Peanut butter & jelly doughnut ice cream sandwiches
Make homemade ice lollies
Making homemade ice lollies is a simple, fun summer activity for kids that keeps them cool and engaged, while letting them get creative with flavours.
Sunshine lollies
Strawberry smoothie & banana milkshake ice lollies
Rainbow fruit lollies
Plan a cosy family film night at home
Planning a cosy family film night at home is a great summer activity for kids, pairing relaxed time together with simple movie night recipes that keep everyone happily snacking while they unwind.
Host a pizza-making party at home
Hosting a pizza-making party at home is a fun, hands-on summer activity for kids, keeping them entertained while letting them get creative with toppings and enjoy something they’ve made themselves. Here’s the collection of pizza recipes to choose from.
Put together an easy afternoon tea spread
Plan a kid-friendly afternoon tea with scones, sandwiches, cakes and fruit punch for an easy at-home treat.
Blend fresh smoothies at home
Smoothies are an easy way to stay cool during the warmer months. Blend up a kid-friendly mix of fresh fruits and veg for a refreshing, feel-good drink. Try our watermelon smoothie here.
Make a simple fruit fondue at home
It counts as 2 of your 5-a-day and is superhealthy, so what are you waiting for? Get dipping!
Mix up easy mocktails at home
Need an easy afternoon refresher? Mix up a batch of kid-friendly mocktails, from peach iced tea to fruity blends, perfect for parties or picnics.
Build a pancake sharing board
Our sharing board makes a great brunch treat for the weekend. Make the pancakes and bacon ahead and keep them warm while you assemble everything else. You can also improvise with seasonal ingredients