Spring brings so many beautiful things—new blooms, longer days, and yes… plenty of rain. While it might be tempting to stay tucked inside on gloomy days, there’s something quietly magical about embracing the weather and finding ways to enjoy it with our kids.
Whether you’re venturing outdoors or creating cozy moments inside, here are a few of our favorite ways to turn a rainy spring day into something memorable:
1. Go Puddle Jumping
Grab the rain boots, zip up the jackets, and head outside. Kids don’t need a perfect forecast to have fun—just permission. Let them stomp, splash, and get gloriously muddy. Bring a warm towel and a thermos of hot cocoa for afterward. It’s simple, sweet, and totally worth the mess.
2. Paint with the Rain
Tape watercolor paper to a tray or baking sheet, sprinkle it with powdered paint or washable markers, and let the raindrops do the rest. It’s a gentle way to turn a rainy window into an art studio.
3. Build an Indoor Fort
Think sheets, string lights, books, and snacks. Let the kids help build it, then cozy up inside with storytime or a quiet craft. There’s something magical about creating a little hideaway while the rain taps on the windows.
4. Make Rainy Day Muffins
Bake something together—muffins, cookies, even just a boxed mix. Let them help stir, pour, and taste. The smell of something sweet baking while a spring storm rolls through is a core memory waiting to happen.
5. Start a Rain Journal
Let your kids draw or write what they see, hear, and feel during the rain. Do the leaves look different? How do the puddles move? It’s a fun way to slow down, observe the world, and document the season together.
6. Nature Walk with Umbrellas
If it’s just a drizzle, go on a “quiet walk” with umbrellas and listen—really listen. Point out worms, snails, rain drops hanging from leaves. Ask open-ended questions like “What does the rain sound like to you today?”
Final Thought
Rainy days don’t have to be a pause—they can be a playful part of spring’s story. Whether you’re soaking in puddles or snuggling under blankets, you’re making memories. Sometimes the best adventures begin with wet socks and muddy boots.
Have a favorite rainy day ritual? Share it with me over on Instagram @dwelingco—I’d love to hear it!
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