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Schools are closed, you're working from home, and you can't have your kid stay over at their grandparents' place. This situation means that parents are spending more time than ever before with their adorable munchkins. Now, they're getting into all kinds of trouble and driving their parents bananas!

Bored Panda has collected a bunch of funny photos showing the struggles and joys of parenting during the quarantine. Life can be very fun(ny) when you're with your kids all day, every day. However, that means that coming up with activities to keep your children busy is more important than before.

Scroll down, upvote your favorite of these funny kids, and share your own stories about the coronavirus lockdown in the comments below, dear Pandas. When you're done enjoying this list, be sure to check out our post with some great parenting hacks on homeschooling your children during the quarantine right here.

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Keep The Kids Busy While At Home

Keep The Kids Busy While At Home

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    I Know The C-Virus Is Scary, But Try Working With A 4 Year-Old Dressed Like Spiderman Perched On The Kitchen Table Behind You. Day 6

    I Know The C-Virus Is Scary, But Try Working With A 4 Year-Old Dressed Like Spiderman Perched On The Kitchen Table Behind You. Day 6

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    #3

    Y’all I’m Dying! This Is Ben’s Journal Entry From Monday About Our First “Home School” Day. That Last Sentence

    Y’all I’m Dying! This Is Ben’s Journal Entry From Monday About Our First “Home School” Day. That Last Sentence

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    You're trying to finish your report right before the deadline, but your kid is running around pretending to be a superhero. Or you want to sit down and watch some TV, but that's the moment you realize that your toddler broke it. Ah, the wonders of raising kids! It's a challenge, but there are things you can do so you can focus on your work.

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    For instance, Allyssa McCabe, a psychology professor at the University of Massachusetts, told The Atlantic that it's easier to keep kids busy during the workday without supervision the older they are. But for those readers out there who have young kids, don't panic just yet!

    “For young children, independent play is tough. They really need social interaction. Parents will be tempted to hand over an iPhone or iPad or the like. This is understandable, but parents should also know that the younger the child, the worse this is for their language and cognitive development.”

    #4

    Maybe I Shouldn’t Have Outsourced My Home-Schooling

    Maybe I Shouldn’t Have Outsourced My Home-Schooling

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    glowworm2
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait until he starts teaching them how to drink out of the toilet!

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    #5

    Day 12

    Day 12

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    Instead of making your kid sit surrounded with electronic devices all day long, it's best to go for something that will actually help with their development. Give them art supplies or Play-Doh to get them creating!

    Meanwhile, Michelle Martin, a professor at the University of Washington's Informations School and the founder of a children's summer literacy program, recommended that parents play their kids some audiobooks.

    You'll be able to focus on work and your child will be engaged and learning. And the best part? While your kid's listening to Harry Potter, you can sneakily listen in, too, when you're taking a break. Now that's a win-win situation if we've ever seen one!

    #7

    Day 10 Of Quarantine. I Think My Kid Is Up To Something

    Day 10 Of Quarantine. I Think My Kid Is Up To Something

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    glowworm2
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just summoning her imaginary friend!

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    #8

    Tolerance

    Tolerance

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    #9

    "Daaaad, We're Bored!" (Day 1 Of Lockdown) "Ummm Ok, Strip This Laptop Down, And This Desktop, And Then Rebuild Them"

    "Daaaad, We're Bored!" (Day 1 Of Lockdown) "Ummm Ok, Strip This Laptop Down, And This Desktop, And Then Rebuild Them"

    My god it's the most peace and quiet I've had all week!

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    #10

    Came Across This On My Morning Walk

    Came Across This On My Morning Walk

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    #11

    Working From Home As A Parent

    Working From Home As A Parent

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    Carol Emory
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seen this 3 times already..this is getting old.

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    #12

    The New Office View

    The New Office View

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    #13

    My Son Discovered That I'm Not Really At Work, But Am Working From Home

    My Son Discovered That I'm Not Really At Work, But Am Working From Home

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    #14

    My Kiddo Cut His Hair Yesterday, Then Agreed To Let Me Have A Little Fun With It Before We Fixed It

    My Kiddo Cut His Hair Yesterday, Then Agreed To Let Me Have A Little Fun With It Before We Fixed It

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    #15

    The Children Are Home From School For Two Weeks. Send Help

    The Children Are Home From School For Two Weeks. Send Help

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    Kate S
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know I'm not supposed to claw the little humans, but desperate times....

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    #16

    Schools And Sports Are Cancelled. Social Distancing. I Have Three Kids. Our Cozy Fort

    Schools And Sports Are Cancelled. Social Distancing. I Have Three Kids. Our Cozy Fort

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    #17

    Isolation's Going Well

    Isolation's Going Well

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    JessG
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where were you that this was going on for so long?!?

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    #18

    Using My Tears To Clean The Crusted Green Paint Speckled All Over Our House

    Using My Tears To Clean The Crusted Green Paint Speckled All Over Our House

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    #19

    Working From Home

    Working From Home

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    #20

    Day 2 Of 6 Week Break And My Kid Already Broke Our TV

    Day 2 Of 6 Week Break And My Kid Already Broke Our TV

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    #21

    Tired Of Your Kids Barging In While You Try To Get Some Work Done At Home? Underwear On The Doorknob Works Wonders

    Tired Of Your Kids Barging In While You Try To Get Some Work Done At Home? Underwear On The Doorknob Works Wonders

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    Carol Emory
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Especially if they've been worn already and come complete with skid mark.

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    #22

    I Run A DnD Campaign For My 5-Year-Old And 3-Year-Old. Here Is Our Health And Initiative Tracker

    I Run A DnD Campaign For My 5-Year-Old And 3-Year-Old. Here Is Our Health And Initiative Tracker

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    Caroline Driver
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Damn good idea. RPGs teach so many things, like maths, planning, co operation, consequences of your actions, etc

    Carol Taylor
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    in our family D&D game l wrote an addition table on the back of one of our game sheets for the 7yld..this way when she needed to add dice or whatever she was able to do so quickly..

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    La Petite Morte
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look up a game called 'No Thank You, Evil! It's a great kids version of D&D, complete with campaigns to run. If the game/story gets too scary or confusing, the kids can say 'No thank you, Evil!!' and that's you're cue to adjust the story or stop to explain things.

    Jaimie Buchanan
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anywhere I can learn how to do this for my 3 y/o? thx :)

    La Petite Morte
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    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look up a game called 'No Thank You, Evil! It's a great kids version of D&D, complete with campaigns to run. If the game/story gets too scary or confusing, the kids can say 'No thank you, Evil!!' and that's your cue to adjust the story or stop to explain things.

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    Teresa Groth
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wise and great time spent with the kid’s busy and you have some me time!

    Baali Venomax
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now THATS how you get them occupied.

    Aimee Simmons
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is fantastic! :D I love Gaming with my kids.

    Tambot
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It took me a long time to realize what the heck this was!

    Kristina Thomas
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awesome. Today I played Munchkin with my kids!

    ⚞ Katniss Everdeen ⚟
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    YES. GET THE NEW GENERATION INTO D&D. IT IS AMAZING.

    Idaaoyama
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another parenting done right!

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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't get it.....?

    Elise
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't understand this one.

    Nora the mistake 0_o
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my dad holds the be quiet and go on screen so I can work

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    #23

    We Went From “Home-Schooling” To A Roller Skating Party Real Quick

    We Went From “Home-Schooling” To A Roller Skating Party Real Quick

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    Kate S
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Physical education is important too

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    #24

    I'm Regretting Panic Buying $100 Worth Of LEGO's To End Up With My Children Ignoring Them And Instead Playing With A Cardboard Box And A Can Lid For The Last 2 Hours

    I'm Regretting Panic Buying $100 Worth Of LEGO's To End Up With My Children Ignoring Them And Instead Playing With A Cardboard Box And A Can Lid For The Last 2 Hours

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    #25

    I Guess That's How People Will Go Bankrupt

    I Guess That's How People Will Go Bankrupt

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    sh
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is why I can't procreate... I have no patience for this type of thing.

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    #26

    Work From Home

    Work From Home

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    Ryan Baker
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The best thing is the dad (I assume) is fine with the kid texting his boss random letters, numbers, and emojis, so it ends up like:

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    #27

    Day 2 Working From Home With This Little Terror

    Day 2 Working From Home With This Little Terror

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    slackjack
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How could such an angelic face be such a terror?

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    #28

    While The World Is Fighting Over Toilet Paper, My Toddler Is Giving Ours A Bath

    While The World Is Fighting Over Toilet Paper, My Toddler Is Giving Ours A Bath

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    #29

    Break Time. Homeschooling

    Break Time. Homeschooling

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    Soggy Crumpet
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like yard time when you are in jail

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    #30

    Day 7 Of Quarantine. Wearing Minnie Mouse Ears Whilst Bench Pressing Kids

    Day 7 Of Quarantine. Wearing Minnie Mouse Ears Whilst Bench Pressing Kids

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    REDNEKNATION
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    awesome dad right their. wish my dad was that fun

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    #31

    So, My Daughter Did A Magic Trick With Our Last TP Roll

    So, My Daughter Did A Magic Trick With Our Last TP Roll

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    Wife And Kids Have Been Bonding Over Art During The Quarantine

    Wife And Kids Have Been Bonding Over Art During The Quarantine

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    #33

    Quarantine Day 3: This Is Fine. We Are Fine

    Quarantine Day 3: This Is Fine. We Are Fine

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    #34

    The Kids Are All Home, Need To Home-School For The New Economy

    The Kids Are All Home, Need To Home-School For The New Economy

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    #35

    Spent The Day Teaching My Son About The Importance Of Social Distancing. Mixed Results So Far If I’m Honest

    Spent The Day Teaching My Son About The Importance Of Social Distancing. Mixed Results So Far If I’m Honest

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    #36

    My 5 Year Olds Teacher Asked Us To Take Pictures Of Our Kids With One Word That Expresses Their Feelings During This Time

    My 5 Year Olds Teacher Asked Us To Take Pictures Of Our Kids With One Word That Expresses Their Feelings During This Time

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    #37

    My Wife Is Handling The Kids Being Home From School Like A Champ

    My Wife Is Handling The Kids Being Home From School Like A Champ

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    Linda Roy
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing wrong whatsoever here. Not one thing. 😂

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    #38

    Our Daughter Showed Us The Reason Why People Are Hoarding Toilet Paper. In A Pinch, You Can Always Eat It

    Our Daughter Showed Us The Reason Why People Are Hoarding Toilet Paper. In A Pinch, You Can Always Eat It

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    #40

    So Home Schooling Is Going Well

    So Home Schooling Is Going Well

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    Kate S
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Art - another important part of children's education

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    #41

    9 Year-Old Homeschooling Day 1. He Was Supposed To Write A Story. Apostrophes Are Important. Weed vs. We’d. Homeschool Fail

    9 Year-Old Homeschooling Day 1. He Was Supposed To Write A Story. Apostrophes Are Important. Weed vs. We’d. Homeschool Fail

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    #42

    Looks Fun. For Them

    Looks Fun. For Them

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    Lubos Cernak
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't get on the floor, you will die. It's a lava.

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    #43

    We Had One Roll Left. Kids

    We Had One Roll Left. Kids

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