11 Reader-Approved Rainy Day Activities

"My four-year-old loves to set up a tent in the basement and pretend that we're camping. I make snacks and treats and, of course, hot chocolate with marshmallows. We sit inside the tent, read books and play games. It really turns a rainy day into an adventure."

— Iwona Frost, Oakville, Ont.

If that upcoming rainstorm messes with your camping plans, why not camp indoors instead?

Make a tent spot in the basement, get some snacks ready, and have a blast with books, games, and maybe some spooky tales with the little ones. It'll be just like camping, minus the bugs and unpredictable weather.