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HurricaneInsurance.com just listed 36 ways to keep the family involved on a rainy day. I have picked out numbers 1, 3, 6, and 12, as these have some level of physical activity in them

1. Wii: Investing in a Wii could be one of the best things you do for your family, because it can keep people of all ages entertained for hours. Design your onscreen players to look just like you, and then join in for a game of baseball, bowling, tennis or any other sport you feel like playing. Even though you’ll be watching the TV screen, this interactive game requires players to move around while they bat, serve and more.

3. Bowling: Set up a game of bowling in your kitchen or hallway with everyday items you’ve got lying around the house. Plastic cups, cleaning supplies or even boots could be used as pins, and a good bouncy ball is a house-friendly substitute for a real bowling ball. Play for fun or teach your kids how to keep score.

6. Twister: This old-school game is still a kid favorite that will keep everyone squirming and giggling. It’s also a great game to take outdoors when the rain stops.

12. Scavenger Hunt: Create an indoor scavenger hunt by writing clues and planting items all over the house. Depending on how many kids there are, players can break up into teams or search on their own. Come up with a scoring system and award the winners with prizes.

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