15 Mother-Daughter Activities Your Preteen Will Actually Love

You'll forever be a cool mom when you treat your daughter to something super fun. Make it even better with Quaker® Chewy® Girl Scouts® Granola Bars!

1. Go get your hair done just for the heck of it.

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2. Cruise around on a scenic bike ride.

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Take her somewhere new to explore a path less traveled.

3. Go to a hotel for a sleepover.

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Complete with room service, oversized bathrobes, and breakfast in bed!

4. Go hiking.

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Navigate the woods with old-school trail maps and bring a disposable camera.

5. Have a spa date.

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Your preteen will feel extra fancy and all grown up.

6. Take a cooking class.

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Then practice everything you've learned together at home. A fun challenge with delicious rewards!

7. Host a dinner party with other mothers and daughters.

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Your daughter will love becoming the hostess with the mostess.

8. Go camping...in your backyard.

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Bring all the supplies needed and stay the night.

9. Have a DIY arts-'n'-crafts afternoon.

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Pump up the jams and get those creative juices flowin'.

10. Do some gardening together.

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Getting dirty never gets old.

11. Visit the theater for a movie of her choice.

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And definitely splurge on the large popcorn and soda.

12. Surprise her with ice cream.

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Nothing says "I love you" like that delicious frozen treat. 🍦🍦🍦🍦

13. Have a room redecorating day.

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And let HER be the head designer.

14. Take her on a shopping trip to an eclectic store.

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That's not at the mall.

15. Volunteer at a local pet shelter.

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You'll both feel rewarded while surrounded by cute animals who will love you forever.

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