Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained without spending a dime? These easy, no-cost activities are fun, creative, and perfect for home, parks, or anywhere you go.
Find leaves, rocks, sticks, flowers, and the list goes on! Print it out & have screen free fun!
Outdoor Scavenger Hunt for Kids (FREE Printable PDF)
You could scoop up these “make a fort” boxes or you could just use blankets and pillows to make a cozy hideout.
Make-A-Fort Kit - Giant Indoor Forts for Kids
Grab some ideas from this Pinterest link and challenge kids with fun indoor or outdoor courses.
DIY Obstacle Course
Draw, hopscotch, or create fun games!
110 Best Sidewalk Chalk Art ideas
Use this link to have the book read to you and your child or read books together. You could even make up your own stories!
Storyline Online - Home
Create your own dance playlist and dance around the room. Extra points for super cool dance moves!
Dance Party
Head to your local, favorite park with a packed lunch and enjoy the day!
TOP 10 BEST Picnic Areas in Barnstable, MA - Updated 2026
Use sticks, leaves, and rocks to create art. Bring the art home and have an art show!
NATURE-BASED CRAFTS ideas
Lie on the grass and look for shapes in the clouds. Great for using your imagination and being silly!
Cloud Appreciation Society
Be creative! Use socks or paper bags to put on a show.
DIY Puppet Theatre
Put this calming yoga video on and have the kiddos unwind. Perfect for right before nap or bedtime!
Cosmic Kids Yoga
Check out your local library. You’d be surprised what the library offers, for free! Storytime, craft days, or play areas, to name a few.
Hyannis Public Library
Get out into nature! Use binoculars or just explore the backyard. What can they find!?
Birding | Audubon
Use this link to find events that are near you!
Free Events and Things to do in Barnstable Town, MA
Yoga poses to calm the mind and relax.
P.E. with Mr. G
Fun video to watch to get wiggles out! Non stop movement!
