A recent study from Scouts Canada says what kids really want to do is blow stuff up.
Well, parents, hold on to your hats because March 24 is the first National "Kids Yes Day," when you can't say no to your kids.
Okay, take that with a grain of salt. Of course, you can say no if needed, but Scouts Canada has some tips on how to say "yes" to explosives and other extreme activities while staying safe.
Scouter Michael Nebesny explains, " there are many age-appropriate ways to do this instead of heading down to the fireworks store. You can use bottle rockets or make a baking soda vinegar volcano, or watch fireworks show. It doesn't have to be just handing the kids the firecrackers. " he says.
There are many ideas for satisfying their explosive curiosity.
The same survey said 41 percent of kids want to ride a dirt bike. Nebesny says that one comes down to what's age and skill appropriate.
"You can look at options like going to a dirt biking gym or use a skateboard to learn tricks without going into the wilderness and doing something very dangerous," he explains.
Other popular activities on kids' wish lists include extreme outdoor activities, getting close to a mountain lion, and even flying a plane.
Scouts Canada has a solution to most of these that will make kids happy and parents less nervous.
See the whole breakdown from Scouts Canada here
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