Celebrating National Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work Day While Working From Home

National Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work Day is a special occasion that allows parents and guardians to share their work lives with their children. However, with the ongoing trend of remote work, celebrating this day may require some creative planning to make it meaningful and engaging. If you're a remote worker and looking for ideas on how to celebrate National Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work Day while working from home, we've got you covered! Here are some tips to help you create a memorable experience for your kids.

The best way to Celebrate National Take Our Sons and Daughters to work day is to Engage in Interactive Activities with your coworkers and son or daughter. Below are 7 interactive activities that are designed to incorporate all ages and great to engage your kids and your colleagues altogether! 

Coworkers, Kiddos + Clay Pottery Workshop

Coworkers, Kiddos + Clay Pottery Workshop invites you to unplug, unwind and unleash creativity as you create a one-of-a-kind piece of pottery. During this workshop, you’ll learn an intro to pottery and the pinch pot technique. We'll cover all the basics, and with step-by-step instructions, get you ready to create, decorate and paint the pictured smiley face planter, a photo stand + more. You'll hand-build 2 pieces of pottery from air-dry clay with clay leftover for another crafting session after the workshop! No experience is needed.

Modern Tie Dye Party

With The Modern Tie Dye Party, we have created a Tie Dye Activity Kit that has everything you need to have a Tie Dye Party in a box.

We cultivate a safe and social environment that makes your team WANT to turn on their zoom cameras. Nothing beats creating something with your own two hands and being able to wear it again.

This experience is beginner-friendly and will come with simple instructions. Your host will be with you to guide you through the basics of modern tie-dye and show you techniques you can use to achieve different designs and patterns. Prepare for smiles and laughter as there is truly no wrong way to tie-dye! You are the Creator!

Remote Rescue Goats

Join us for a virtual visit to our sanctuary in the Catskills Mountains of New York. Although you’ll be visiting us online, we aim to make you feel like you’re right here with us! You’ll be getting up close and personal with our loveable goats, while you help to give each of them lots of attention.

We will experience their quirks, personalities, and preferences up close and personal! Goats are pretty silly, affectionate and unpredictable! Be prepared for lots of goofy fun facts and jokes about goats - we are full of them! 

Plant a Succulent Terrarium

Plant Party will be led by the owner, Nicole, who makes it easy for beginners with helpful information about each element of the terrarium. Nicole is fun, engaging, and makes it easy to follow, yet still allowed for some creativity and encourages everyone to share their garden story at the end.

Your Terrarium kit will come with all the supplies you need to make a Zen-themed succulent garden, no other supplies are needed. This kit lets you create an earthy vibe succulent garden with green and white moss while you can arrange the river rocks in a Zen formation or your own design.

Virtual Aquarium Tour

Explore the most amazing sharks, fish, and other animals that call the San Francisco Bay home. Engage with one of our expert educators to ask as many questions as you like! Experience our mission and ocean conservation practices as they relate to the species in our care. When its time to start one of our educators will join the determined virtual conference platform. The educator will be your eyes and ears walking around the 5 different rooms of the aquarium. During the event our moderator will engage with the audience and helping with answering questions along the way.

The Corporate Mindbender Show

You and your team will interact directly with master magician and mentalist Lawrence Larouche and together you will perform several mind-boggling miracles that will blow your mind! Whether you are a group of 10 or 500 participants, your group will experience some of the most incredible interactive magic ever developed for a virtual team-building event. Keep in mind that you will be doing most of the magic! We look forward to welcoming your team into our secret facility where they will all have a chance to do something incredible.

Global Culinary Ice Cream Tour

Take your taste buds on a trip with Macro Sweets & Spices - the ice cream inspired by international cuisine. Join Marco Sweets & Spices as they lead you on a world tour of diverse cuisines through unique, international ice cream flavors.

Learn about the cultures, cuisines, and flavors that inspire each pint of Macro ice cream.

Meet one of their founders and taste 5 of their specialty pints. They'll dive into the inspirations behind each pint, the ingredients, recommended pairings and more.

See all the top engaging event options to celebrate National Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work Day

In addition to doing an engaging event to get your team and coworkers all having fun together below are some additional helpful tips to make the most of National Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work Day while working from home.

1. Encourage Creativity and Learning: Remote work can provide opportunities for your child to be creative and learn new things. Encourage them to engage in activities that spark their curiosity and creativity, such as drawing, writing, or exploring their own interests. You can also provide them with resources, such as books, websites, or online courses, related to your work or industry. This can help them expand their knowledge and develop new skills.

2. Take Breaks and Spend Quality Time: Working from home allows for more flexibility, so be sure to take breaks and spend quality time with your child. Take short breaks during the day to play a game, have a snack, or go for a walk together. Use these moments to connect with your child, listen to their questions or concerns, and show them that they are a priority in your life, even when you're working.

3. Share Your Work Day: Throughout the day, involve your child in your work tasks to the extent possible. This can be as simple as letting them join your virtual meetings, or complete assignments. You can also explain the projects or tasks you're working on and how they contribute to the company. This can help your child gain a better understanding of your job.

4. Capture Memories: Just like in-person celebrations, remote celebrations of National Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work Day can create lasting memories. Take photos, screenshots, or videos during the day to document your child's experience. You can create a virtual scrapbook or album to commemorate the day and revisit those memories in the future.

5. Reflect and Discuss: At the end of the day, reflect and discuss the experience with your child. Ask them about their favorite part of the day, what they learned, and any questions they may have. Encourage them to share their thoughts, feelings, and feedback about the day. This can be a great opportunity to reinforce the learning, discuss the importance of work-life balance, and bond with your child.

Celebrating National Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work Day while working from home can be a unique and rewarding experience. By engaging in interactive activities, sharing in your workday, encouraging creativity and learning, taking breaks, capturing memories, and reflecting on the day you can create lasting memories that will have an impact on your son or daughter and your team.

Originally published at Apr 14 2023, 2:59:00 PM. Updated on May 4 2024.