With the King's Coronation being such a big event in the country's history, it's important that little ones also feel included. Here are some activities to engage and entertain children during the long bank holiday weekend.
- Create a crown-making activity: Provide little ones with colourful paper, glitter, stickers, and other decorative materials to design their very own crowns fit for royalty. Encourage them to unleash their imagination and create unique masterpieces. Once completed, they can proudly wear their crowns throughout the coronation festivities, feeling like little princes and princesses.
- Read a story: Read a story about kings and coronations. There are plenty of children's books available that can help explain the importance of the occasion in a fun and age-appropriate way. You can also use this time to discuss the history of the event and what it means for the country.
- Watch the coronation on TV: If you're not able to attend the coronation in person or on one of the big screens around the country, consider watching it on TV with your little ones. This can help them feel more connected to the event, and you can explain what's happening as it unfolds.
- Attend a coronation parade: Find out what's going on in your local area as there could be some really fun experiences for children. You could let them wave flags and cheer for the king.
- Have a coronation-themed party: Consider throwing a coronation-themed party at home. You can decorate the house with streamers and balloons in the red. white and blue, and serve traditional foods associated with the occasion such as a cream tea or victoria sponge. You could serve the food on elegant platters and decorate the table with regal-themed decorations.
- Do a miniature Crown Jewels Hunt: Organise a treasure hunt in your garden or house. You could hide small items such as plastic gems, beaded necklaces or toy rings in various places, then provide clues for the children to follow. Why not divide them into teams, hand them a treasure map, and let the adventure begin.
These ideas should make the coronation a memorable and enjoyable experience for the whole family.
