For Families Eyes Only

If you've lost count of those rainy weekends and holidays that spoiled your children's fun, try these rainy day games for kids.

Just a little preparation now will bring a 'thumbs up' from your kids when they're stuck indoors later on. It won't cost much... in fact, you probably already have everything you need for indoor games and rainy day fun. Nor will it cost you very much of your valuable time.

Give yourself a break, and your kids a lift... be prepared for the next rainy day with these fun activities and family games for kids:

Record familiar sounds... Give them an inexpensive tape recorder to record the sounds made by rain, thunder, a doorbell, a ringing telephone, bathroom shower, buzzing of a fly, creaky stairs, someone snoring. With their fertile imaginations, they'll come up with an amazing tape.

Find someone who can put the recording on a CD or DVD, along with a little intro by your kids. You'll not only preserve a wonderful memory, but create a timeless gift for their grandparents.