8-12 Year Olds Activities

Projects and hobbies for older children to develop new skills during the summer holidays. Topics include gardening, cooking, photography, sports and creative ways to use technology constructively.

Become a Child Celebrity Chef at Home

Help your kids develop real cooking skills this summer and maybe they'll actually make you a decent breakfast in bed.

Become an Amateur Photographer

Help your child start taking photos this summer with the right camera and simple steps to build their photography skills.

Board Games to Keep Boredom at Bay

Keep rainy days fun with 15 board games that beat boredom and build critical thinking skills for kids and families.

Get Your Child Interested in a School Holiday Project

Help your kids beat summer boredom with a school holiday project that keeps them entertained and learning all break long.

Learning How to Garden

Getting kids interested in gardening is easier than you think, and summer is the perfect time to start.

Make Your Own Frisbee, Skipping Rope or Flip-flops

Keep kids entertained this summer with simple DIY toys like sequined frisbees, foam flyers and custom skipping ropes.

Sports Activities for 8 to 12 Year Olds

Help your 8 to 12 year olds stay active with sports they'll actually enjoy and build lifelong healthy habits.

Summer Library Reading Programmes

Summer library reading programmes help kids keep up with reading over the break while earning rewards and attending fun events.