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Turn off the TV and challenge the family to a board game. Introduce the kids to a classic like Chutes and Ladders or Monopoly, or try a newer one like Settlers of Catan that you can all learn together.
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If you don't know how, this is the perfect time to learn how to play your favorite tune on the piano or guitar.
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Go solo, or ask your family for help if you find yourself particularly stumped by a certain clue.
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If you find yourself continuously drawn to a specific subject like Impressionism or the animals of Amazon rainforest, set up a queue of documentaries, articles or books on the topic to check out one evening.
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When you've got lots of time on your hands, get your hands busy. It'll take your mind off boredom, and completing a big puzzle feels great.
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Don't just daydream about getting away from it all. Do one better and actually look up plane tickets and hotel rooms.
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It's harder than it looks, but there are plenty of online tutorials to give you a hand.
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Get your endorphins flowing by taking it back to childhood. Belt out your favorite Disney songs!
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If you turn off the TV or the Internet in the evening, you could have a set hour (perhaps just after dinner) when you and maybe all the members of your family read each night.
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