5 Creative Ways to Entertain Your Kids This March Break
March Break is here — and whether you’re heading away or staying close to home, keeping kids entertained all week can feel like a full-time job. If you haven’t planned the break yet, here are some creative staycation ideas, family game nights that actually bring everyone together, how to stream when you need some downtime — and even how to use this week as a chance to start teaching kids important money lessons in a fun, real-life way.
Nintendo Switch 2
March Break is the ideal opportunity for some fun family game nights. The Nintendo Switch 2 is a great gaming system for the whole family, because it is home to so many incredible Mario titles that kids love, like Mario Kart World, Super Mario Galaxy, and Super Mario Galaxy 2. Have competitive family game nights in the living room by hosting Mario Kart World matches — this game provides fast-paced, unpredictable, and chaotic family-friendly competition. Plus, your kids’ favourite characters will be on the big screen this spring when The Super Mario Galaxy Movie hits theatres this April! There’s never been a better time to check out what the Nintendo Switch 2 has to offer! Check it out at nintendo.ca.
Roku
March Break is known to bring on some unpredictable weather, but this can have its perks — it makes for the perfect cozy night in with family movie night. Roku is simple to set up with the streaming experience built-in — ideal for living rooms, bedrooms or kids’ spaces. There’s no shortage of movies, shows, live channels and free content to watch, and picture and sound adjust automatically with Roku Smart Picture and Dolby Audio, so movies, sports, and animated shows look and sound great without tweaking settings. Some of the best features are voice search, Lost Remote Finder, and Continue Watching because it makes TV time easier and low-stress for families. Find out more at roku.com.
The Chelsea Hotel
Another fun way to occupy the kids — without the stress of airports or long road trips — is to enjoy a staycation. The Chelsea Hotel in downtown Toronto is offering what they’re calling a “Resort in the City” experience, including a $100 F&B credit, parking and a late checkout. Kids will love The Hive, the newly renovated family recreation hub, complete with an indoor pool and downtown Toronto’s only waterslide. There’s also The Workshop for hands-on creative play, and The Studio, a cool lounge space designed especially for older kids and teens. See all they have to offer at chelseatoronto.com.
Staples Canada
Whether you’re travelling or staying closer to home this March Break, anyone with young children knows — entertaining them is a must! When it comes to keeping your littles engaged over March break, Staples Canada is your go-to destination. Staples offers a curated selection of creative, educational, and travel‑friendly products perfect for keeping kids happy, entertained, and engaged. Who doesn’t love stickers? This Crayola Colour & Sticker Book comes with over 40 pages of colouring and reusable stickers, featuring everyone’s favourite blue heeler puppy — Bluey! To encourage fine motor skills, this Rainbow Loom Braid & Bead Kit is an ideal hands-on activity for road trips, rainy days or quiet time at home. Lastly, spark their entrepreneurial spirit with this Bankers Box At Play Lemonade Stand — an easy to assemble cardboard structure that gives kids hours of screen-free, creative fun. Check it all out in store or online at staples.ca.
Mydoh
March Break can be a busy time for parents and kids, especially if you have tweens or teens. Between outings to the mall, keeping them entertained, or travel, the costs can add up quickly! While it can all be fun, March Break is also a great opportunity to teach kids about money — and that’s where Mydoh comes in. If your kid thinks money grows on trees, Mydoh will help change that by giving them hands-on experience with managing their own money. Mydoh is a simple app that lets kids practice spending and saving in a real-world way. It helps them make decisions, see the impact of their choices, and build smart money habits. For parents, it’s a game-changer — you can send money instantly, track their spending, and set savings goals together. Plus, no more scrambling for cash! There are no monthly fees, and kids can spend using the Mydoh prepaid card or Apple Pay. It’s a practical, fun way to teach financial responsibility while making life easier for parents. Learn more at mydoh.ca!