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Screen Free Activities Kids Actually Want to Do
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items (AD) If you want kids excited to unplug, this is your ready-made grab bag! After leading creative playdates and camps, I handpicked these proven winners: hands-on kits, backyard fun, brain-teasers, and cozy crafts to keep little minds and hands busy,...
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Hands-On Craft & DIY
Active & Backyard Fun
Games & Puzzles
Cozy Indoor Play
Hands-On Craft & DIY
A few of my favorites for Hands-On Craft & DIY.
When you're planning a creative playdate and need something to inspire those little artists, this 237-piece art set covers all bases, from vibrant oil pastels to thick markers. The included double-sided easel holds paper at just the right angle, maki...
TMOL 237-Piece Kids Art Set with Easel
Perfect for a family art night when the weather keeps you indoors, this 34-piece acrylic paint set includes everything you need to get started, no extra supplies required! With 18 washable colors and 8 brushes, it’s a smart choice for both kids and a...
LEYEMO 34 PCS Acrylic Paint Set for Kids & Adults
On those rainy days when boredom hits, this complete acrylic paint set lets you dive right into art with everything from canvases and easels to brushes included. Perfect for older kids or even adults, it’s designed to spark creativity and makes a tho...
Paint Set for Kids & Adults with 18 Acrylics
When your kids need a break from screens, the Create Your Own Bead Pets kit is a delightful way for them to express their creativity. With a solid 4.5-star rating and fun crafting involved, it’s a great low-stress activity for kids ages 6 and up that...
Made By Me Create Your Own Bead Pets, Boys and Girls, Child, Ages 6+
Active & Backyard Fun
A few of my favorites for Active & Backyard Fun.
Imagine the kids running around the yard, giggling as they take on this 52ft ninja obstacle course! Designed for balance and confidence building with 9 accessories like a climbing net, this kit is perfect for creating hours of fun outdoors and keepin...
Ninja Warrior Kids Obstacle Course 52ft
Picture your little warriors bouncing from obstacle to obstacle, building strength and confidence in the fresh air! This 60ft slackline comes with everything needed for a thrilling outdoor adventure, and I love that it includes tree protectors to kee...
Ninja Warrior 60ft Slackline Obstacle Kit
Imagine the kids transforming the driveway into a colorful masterpiece with this 180-piece set of vibrant chalk – perfect for sunny afternoons! I love that it's washable, so you won't be fretting over messes, and the sturdy design means these can han...
180 Pcs Washable Sidewalk Chalk, 20 Colors
When you're looking for a way to keep the kiddos entertained outside, this 144-pack of sidewalk chalk in assorted colors has got you covered! It's break-resistant, so it can stand up to enthusiastic play, and the cone shape helps avoid the inevitable...
feela Sidewalk Chalk 144 Pack, 18 Colors Jumbo
Games & Puzzles
A few of my favorites for Games & Puzzles.
When you're looking for some good, old-fashioned family fun, this Battleship game with planes adds a fresh twist to a classic favorite! It’s perfect for indoor game nights, with portable cases that make it easy to dive into a game wherever you are.
Hasbro Battleship with Planes Strategy Game
If you're looking for a way to combine fun and learning, Scrabble Junior is a delightful option for your little wordsmiths! With cute character tokens for scoring, it makes for an engaging way to help them practice spelling and vocabulary with up to ...
Hasbro Scrabble Junior Board Game for Kids
When you're looking for a way to keep the kids engaged during a rainy afternoon, these wooden tangram puzzles offer a hands-on creative outlet. They come with five different designs and are perfect for developing those early shape recognition and fin...
Jerify 5 Pack Wooden Tangram Puzzle for Kids
If you're planning a fun family game night, this USA map jigsaw puzzle can turn learning into an enjoyable experience for kids ages 5 to 8. With fun facts about each state on the back, it not only encourages teamwork but also promotes logical thinkin...
Melissa & Doug USA Map Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle
Cozy Indoor Play
A few of my favorites for Cozy Indoor Play.
When you need a quiet afternoon activity that sparks creativity, let the kids loose with this 140-piece fort building kit. The kid-friendly connectors and rods make it easy for them to assemble fantastical castles, tunnels, or even a cozy hideout to ...
V-Opitos 140PCS Fort Building STEM Kit
Try this glow-in-the-dark fort building kit for those evenings when you want to keep playtime extra magical and screen-free! It encourages teamwork and offers endless structures to build, and those glowing rods add a fun twist, turning any space into...
Tiny Land Glow Fort Building Kit STEM Toy
Picture a rainy afternoon filled with laughter and the yummy scent of fresh cookies wafting through the house – this kids' baking set could make that happen! With real tools like a rolling pin and spatulas, it's designed to help little chefs explore ...
Baketivity 31-Piece Kids Baking Tools Set
Imagine the joy of cooking together on a Saturday morning, with your little one delighting in their very own set of real cooking tools. This 31-piece kit not only includes kid-safe knives and a cutting board but also promotes essential life skills an...
PERLLI Kids Cooking & Baking Set with Case