3 Unique Hobbies to do with your Kids
At an early stage, children discover their hobbies, talents, and grasp new concepts. Granted, you need to introduce unique hobbies that kids will not only enjoy but also discover their talents while at it.
Today, most kids spend their time watching TV. However, extended screen time is discouraged as it interferes with the mental development of children. Choosing an enjoyable hobby gives them a creative outlet and teaches them patience and responsibility. Below are three unique hobbies you can engage your kids in.
Magic Tricks
Children are always mesmerized by magicians. Whether the magician gets a bunny from their hat or makes things disappear into thin air, a child will always love magic tricks, especially if you do it with them.
Why magic? Magic is unique because kids may not engage in any magic tricks at school. Again, children love fantasy, where they can explore, discover, and practice. You can encourage the kid to perform a magic show for the family after dinner. By so doing, the kid enjoys time with the family, and they become more confident speaking to people without fear.
When a child shows off their tricks to other children in school, the experience increases their confidence. Every day, the kid will look forward to learning a new trick.
As a parent, you will be the magic master to teach the kid new tricks whenever you have time and practice the trick to perfection. You can start by buying the kid a magic tricks starter kit – you can find one online. Ensure that the contents of the kit are right for the age of your kid. You also have to practice with them to ensure they are not practicing dangerous stunts.
Collecting Coins
Collecting coins is a unique hobby because your kids already love collecting items – from cans, shiny ribbons, and so many other items. Instead of collecting broken items and litter, you can interest your kids into collecting coins and other items around the world.
Also known as numismatics, coin collecting is an interesting hobby as kids get to learn the history of different parts of the world. They also learn politics and the culture of a country through the coins they collect. Naturally, kids are inquisitive and will want to know more about the coins.
Collecting coins will also be a good hobby for you, seeing you will be doing it with the kids, as it gives you the thrill of a treasure hunt. Better yet, if you go for high-end coins, they may increase in value in the future. When you do it with your kids, you become a hobby master to them.
You can buy coins from the local coin shop, attend coin auctions and expos, join a coin club, or order coins from the national mint or on marketplaces such as eBay. As you collect coins, teach your kids such coin lingo including mint, mintage, coin value, face value, and so many others.
Comic Book Art
Children love comics – you only need to get them the right one and they will fall for it. You can leverage their love for comics to teach them art. Comic book art helps kids explore their imagination and creativity as they create their own stories.
If a child has any stories or ideas, they can always put them down in the form of visual art. While at it, the kid’s language skills also improve significantly. If the kid wants a superhero who is half a dog and half an elephant, help them actualize the idea.
While children engage in art in school, they may never go to the level of creating a comic book – which is why this hobby is unique. Creating a story requires a lot of planning, and as such, your child’s thinking skills increase significantly. If your kid loves it, they might even turn it into a career.
As a parent, you need to help the kid to choose the genre to create their comic and help them draw the comics.
Besides the three unique hobbies above, it is advisable to engage your kid in conventional hobbies, such as arts, sports, and reading, to help them discover their talent even faster. With time, you will note the activities that your kid loves more and which they repel. If they like the comics more, give them more of that.
