It’s not always easy finding ways to keep the kids busy during March break, and boredom can easily set in. But it doesn’t have to come to that. Whether you’re staying in or going out for the break, here are some quick and easy ways to keep the kids entertained.

Get off the couch
Encourage your kids to go out and get some exercise. Now's the perfect time for a family outing to the closest skating rink or toboggan hill. Or, take them to the local recreational centre for a swim.

Turn your vacation into a staycation
On those days when the weather is too frightful to get outside, have an indoor family party. Rent some movies, make popcorn and have a pyjama party with the kids. Host a crafternoon and get the kids to make a puppet theatre, and encourage them to put on a play for the whole family.

Get in the kitchen
Bond with your kids by spending time together in the kitchen and teach them how to bake cookies from scratch. Let them decide what goes in the batter -- chocolate chips, nuts, candies ... anything goes!


March break planning tips
Get the most out of March break
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Spring break boredom busters
Seven tips for keeping kids busy -- and happy -- the whole March break.

Spring break on a shoestring
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How to plan a family holiday your teens will enjoy
Help your teens and tweens engage in the world around them with these tips.

The best family-friendly vacation spots
Want to treat your brood to a week spent somewhere special? Here are our best picks for family-geared vacation destinations.

March break crafts for the kids
7 days of kids' crafts
Worrying about keeping your kids busy over the March break? Check out these seven kids' craft ideas to keep your brood busy and happy on each day of the break.

Learn how to make a princess sock puppet
This princess sock puppet is a fun project that's easy to make. Create the puppet theatre that goes with it and you'll be staging a play for your friends in no time.

Learn how to make a dragon sock puppet
Create this dragon sock puppet - and the theatre that goes with it - and your imagination will go wild.

Kids' craft: How to make a family tree
Making a family tree is a great craft for the whole gang. Find out how here.

Easy to make cupcake toppers
Top off your desserts with these super cute cupcake toppers - they're the perfect kid's craft.

Photo gallery: Crafts for kids -- How to make a pretty flowerpot
Use found items to help your kids create these cute caterpillar flowerpots.

Decorate a birdhouse with your kids
Get your children in tune with nature -- and keep them busy over March break -- with their very own birdhouse.

Chloe and Mathieu's plastic shopping bag project
Chloe and Mathieu's school challenged them to create a recycled craft. Here's a great pattern that they came up with.

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Looking for great breakfast recipes for kids? Discover a new favourite with these easy step-by-step breakfast recipes! Plus, stay safe with our kids cooking tips.

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Teen cooking class
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Let the kids cook tonight
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How to make maple syrup taffy pops
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Photo gallery: Kick the Can Vanilla Ice Cream recipe
Bored? Hot? Hungry? Satisfy all three with our easy Kick the Can Ice Cream recipe. These step-by-step images show you exactly how to make perfect homemade ice cream you can kick around the yard.

Fun activities for your kids
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Yoga with the kids
Combine fitness and bonding with a family yoga class. Plus, find a great video clip from YogaKids: From Silly to Calm.

Educational games for kids
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Fun March break activities for the kids
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Get your kids to love the snow
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Get your family moving
Silken Laumann recommends games and activities you can do with the kids, plus take our family fitness quiz.

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Spend quality time together while contributing to your community.

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