Cheap, low-prep, and things kids actually use. Not just “cute.”
Perfect for kids who want crafts without glue or mess. Easy peel-and-stick keeps them engaged longer than paper stickers.
Buy Make Shoppe Foam Stickers - Animals, 60 ct from Dollar General - available
Great quiet activity that feels special but requires almost no setup. Hang them afterward so kids feel proud of what they made.
Licensed Character DIY Plastic Suncatchers, 4.7x5.6 in.
Reusable boredom busters. Kids can redo them over and over, which makes these last way longer than regular workbooks.
Bendon Wipe-Clean Early Learning Workbook with Marker
Simple paint-and-build kits that keep kids focused for 20–30 minutes without screens.
Crafters Square Large Wood Shapes, 1 ct.
Ideal for kids who “don’t like crafts” but still need something structured to do.
Bendon Giant Coloring and Activity Books, 160 Pages
Use these for rice, beans, pom-poms, or kinetic sand. Contained play = less mess = happier parents. You’ll be surprised what you already have at home 🥰
Translucent Plastic Storage Boxes with Clip-Lock Lids, 8.7x6.1x3 in.
Easy sensory play without slime. Kids sort, scoop, and invent games on their own.
Buy Crafter's Closet Fuzzy Pom Poms - Assorted, 100 ct from Dollar General - available
Classic for a reason. Keep a few hidden and rotate them out when boredom hits.
Disney Big Fun Coloring and Activity Books, 96 Pages
Surprisingly decent quality for the price. Great for quiet focus and independent play.
Puzzlebug Deluxe 350-Piece Puzzles, 1-ct. Box
Open-ended play that works across multiple ages. These get reused constantly.
Disney Mickey Mouse & Friends Cute and Collectible Figurines
