Here, we look back into the Reporter Series photo archives to feature a selection of images from half term events in Dewsbury, Batley and Spen over the years.
From face painting fun in Heckmondwike to famous footballers in Dewsbury, there has been plenty to entertain the youngsters at this time of year.
1. Half term
Huddersfield Town ambassador Andy Booth at a multi-sports session at Westmoor Junior School, Dewsbury Moor, in February 2010 Photo: Tony Johnson
2. Half term
Kirklees Bike User Group teamed up with Kirklees Neighbourhood Housing to run free half term events for children in Dewsbury Moor in 2011 Photo: Scott Merrylees
3. Half term
Kirklees Bike User Group teamed up with Kirklees Neighbourhood Housing to run free half term events for children in Dewsbury Moor in 2011 Photo: Scott Merrylees
4. Half term
Six year-old Bethany Fisher of Birstall, getting a close look at Gizmo the Tawny Owl from Ponderosa, Heckmondwike, at the Family Half Term Activity Day at Oakwell Hall, Birstall, in February 2000 Photo: Mel Hulme