It's absolutely pouring outside, with no sign of stopping. No activities suggested are met with any enthusiastic approval, and the list of options, short of braving the rain, is growing slimmer by the minute. But rainy days don't have to be a miserable, boring experience for both kids and parents. By utilizing the right kinds of toys and games, it could easily become a day you'll remember and talk about for years to come.
One of your options is a Tinkertoy Construction Set. Developed in the early 1900s (1914 to be exact) by a man named Charles Pajeau, it did not achieve the level of success he desired at first. In fact, nobody seemed to be interested until Christmas of that same year. By incorporating the toys into a window Christmas display it was able to achieve recognition, and thus the Tinkertoy flew up in popularity. Considering its remarkably simple design, that is an accomplishment to be proud of. The test of time has not been cruel to this toy for children, as several generations have been able to enjoy it, and there are limitless creative ideas that can be explored. From Ferris wheels to animals to inventions, dissatisfaction is not on the list.
If Tinkertoys don't sound like a fun time, it can't hurt to go with LEGO as an alternative. The LEGO brand was born in the country of Denmark in the 1930s under the care of Ole Kirk Christiansen. The name LEGO comes from the Danish phrase "leg godt," which translates to mean "play well" in English, and it lives up to that in many ways. LEGO can instill the love of building and creating in a young child's mind, including adults, with its bright colors and possible outcomes. There are special sets to create specific things, such as a castle or pirate ship, but there are plenty of "blank slate" sets as well. They can be used and taken anywhere for the ultimate in entertainment for toys and games.
As far as games for children go, one can't really go wrong with Twister. Twister is a wonderful game to bring into being a crazy, active atmosphere. This is a feeling you can't get with your typical video game, no matter how much you move around. If the child can't actively stretch and participate that well, they may be inspired to get into better shape so next time they'll do better. This game of twisting and turning was developed in the 1960s, but it was thanks to Johnny Carson that it ever took off. To this day it is played by family and friends all over.
So when it comes to entrapment in the home on a wet, dismal day, selecting the right toys and games can have a great impact for kids and adults alike. Interacting and setting the mind afire with fun and ideas can never be a bad thing, especially when the world still seems so fresh and new to children. Memories are important, and even when you least expect it, they can be born.