Participating in Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day can improve morale, productivity and public relations for employees and the company. Consider planning several small activities and supervised hands-on experiences as you celebrate the day.
Host a Welcome Breakfast
Invite employees and their guests to mingle and meet. Let children decorate their name tags, hand out schedules for the day’s events and briefly explain the purpose of the visit.
Facilitate Department Tours
Divide participants into small groups for department tours. Small groups let everyone see, hear and participate in demonstrations and presentations without getting overwhelmed.
Plan Interactive Events
Enhance the day with interactive events: ask kids to sketch a picture that describes the business, provide company-related coloring pages, hold a scavenger hunt, or play Bingo with work-themed items.
Let Kids Try
Child participants can use safe equipment, answer phones with supervision, operate a mock cash register, and perform other hands-on activities to learn about day-to-day operations.
Ask Questions
Encourage children to ask questions about the company and the jobs they see. Employees can also ask kids what careers interest them and what they learned from the day.
Solve a Problem
Let children work in small groups to solve a common business problem, such as how to handle a difficult customer or how to improve a process. This teaches teamwork and creative thinking.
Schedule Time with Parents or Mentors
Children should have time to shadow or spend one-on-one with their parent or mentor so they can observe a typical workday and ask follow-up questions.
Arrange an Informal Lunch
Host an informal lunch where employees and guests can share what they learned and reflect on the experience in a relaxed setting.
Record the Day
Create a hashtag for the event and invite participants to share photos and short reflections on your company social channels, or provide paper and pens so guests can take notes. For guidance on liability and coverage related to workplace events, see Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work Day and Professional Liability Insurance.
Why planning matters
Structured activities reduce downtime and ensure safety while keeping the experience fun and educational. Consider small groups, clear schedules, and staff volunteers to lead each activity.
When group activities involve moving around the facility or active play, consider relevant coverage information such as Miscellaneous Groups and Activities / Sports Liability to understand potential exposures.
If you have questions about customizing activities or coverage for your event, talk to an agent who can help evaluate risks and options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can children use real equipment during the visit?
Children may use equipment only if it is safe and used under direct supervision; prioritize demonstrations and mock setups when possible.
How long should each activity or tour last?
Keep tours and activities short—15 to 30 minutes—to match children's attention spans and allow time for multiple experiences.
What should we do about photography and social sharing?
Obtain parental permission before photographing children and share clear guidelines for posting on social media using a designated event hashtag.