Q&A for How to Beat Boredom on the Weekend

Offer a reward if they win the game, like ice cream, no chores, extra TV time, or a new toy.

You could go to a park, the movie theater, a mall, the library, etc., or go somewhere with your family, like an amusement park. Or you could try something new and go somewhere you've never been to before.

Do quiet activities together, like playing a board game or working on a puzzle. You can also do something outside the home.

Have a nice chat or play games. I would recommend video games, because you will always win.

Take some time for yourself. Do a solo activity like scrapbooking, writing in your journal, reading a book, or just watching some YouTube videos.

You can read, draw, create an adventure outdoors, play with your siblings, do a craft, or bake a dessert, to name a few things.

Maybe have a nice walk or go shopping with her. Make up some jokes along the way.

Yes, you can use computer games to beat boredom.

Of course you can! That's a great way to spend your time. You could also play dress-up with them or make them go on adventures. Use your imagination!

You could run around the yard, hunt for worms and bugs, or relax in nature.

Get creative! Make something, pick up a new hobby or read a book.

If you can't leave the house, ask siblings or parents to play card or board games with you. You could also read a book, maybe do some cooking with an adult or build a den out of cushions, blankets, etc. If you can leave the house, ask a parent or a trusted adult to take you to the beach, the park, or the swimming pool.

Go see a movie together or do nice things at home like draw, paint, read, or play your favorite board game together. Tell each other jokes or talk about what is happening in your lives.

Ask them if you could get a pet. If they won't let you get a dog or cat, maybe you could compromise on a gerbil or hamster. You could also call up a friend or work on something creative like a craft or writing a story.

You could go to the gym or walk your dog. You might want to cook your family a nice breakfast that they all enjoy.

Text your friends and write a massive email to your busy saying how bored you are without them. Suggest meeting up. If you don't have friends, use Part 1 of the article, Doing Things by Yourself.

Maybe for a half an hour or so. If you stay on longer, you could strain your eyes, and your family will deem you antisocial.

You can use Part 1 of the article: Doing Things By Yourself. Read books, draw, listen to music, etc. Try out new places and things.

Use your imagination and do whatever makes you happy.

Go grab ice cream or eat lunch out. If there is a swimming pool or beach nearby, you could go there, or you could go out to a movie.

Yes, of course.

Just go on a phone/tablet/computer and play games or watch YouTube, or you can read, build a puzzle, write, draw, go for a bike ride, etc. There are many possibilities!

Entertain yourself. Read, have a movie marathon, explore your backyard, dance, or just doodle.

Do rainy day activities, like drawing, reading, listening to music, playing with your siblings or parents, or working on a puzzle.

You could make breakfast or brunch together, or you could do some gardening. You could also do some crafts or an art project together, or put together a puzzle. And it's always nice to just have a chat!

You could maybe read a book, play solitaire or ask them if you can take a walk around your neighborhood.

Turn up the air conditioner and read a good book. Or you can go swimming as long as it does not rain.

You can sleep, look out the window, play a letter game with different license plates, or sing along to music on the radio. You can also try talking to the person that you are in the car with.

If you have devices, play on them. If not, play with friends, read a book or take a nap to pull an all nighter that night. Things are almost always more thrilling at night! The all nighter idea should be performed on a Friday or Saturday night so you are at your best when you return to school.

This is a great opportunity to take some alone time!. Read a book, go outside, learn how to play a game you've never heard of before or call someone you'd like to talk to.