Picnic Day
Hi, my name is Natalie Reeves Billing, and I’m a children’s author. My latest book, Ben and the Bug, is all about Covid-19 and how to stay happy and safe. Today, at the start of picnic month, we will be looking at how to have the perfect picnic while staying safe. We will be: Making some delicious jam butties Playing a throwing game to win treats Having a socially distant picnic Playing ‘Wrap up’ with the picnic blanket Reading a nice bedtime story I wrote yesterday called, ‘The Toadally Awesome Picnic’ Picnic month is a time to celebrate the simple sandwich and the great outdoors. When meeting up with other people, it’s much safer to do it outside, where germs can fly away in the wind. So, choose a sunny day, pack a picnic, take your hand gel, and get outside into the big wide world.
Jam Sandwhiches
With a parent or guardian, we are going to make some delicious sandwiches. We will need a knife, plate, butter, bread, and a filling of your choice. We chose jam as a special treat.
Support your child when making the sandwiches but encourage them to do as much of it by themselves as they can.
Work for your Supper
In this game, we throw a pebble to win food, drink and treats for our picnic.
Support your child when making the sandwiches but encourage them to do as much of it by themselves as they can.
Socially Distant Picnic
On a nice sunny day, or even in a spacious room, place a large blanket on the floor with tables/trays on each end You may take turns to collect food, or use the plates you won before from the ‘Work for your Supper’ activity. This is about simplicity. Nature, chatting and good food. iPads not allowed. Enjoy!
Encourage your child to set up the picnic and activity. Talk about what you'll need.
Wrap and Roll
Well done! Now, you are an expert host, and your picnic was a great success! Why don’t we play a simple game with the picnic blanket? All you need is a blanket and a strong person to pull it. Have fun!
Play the game with your children.
Extension
Listen to Natalie's Ben and the Bug story. If you still need some extra work there are some fun activity worksheets attached below.
The Toadally Awesome Picnic
Relax and enjoy this bedtime tale.