With our kids home all the time now, even for school, many parents have been tasked with keeping them focused, occupied, and happy while also working from home themselves. So we wanted to come up with a list of items that can help them not only with school and with education but make it fun as well.
From getting creative with Crayola craft kits to have fun learning about science and chemistry thanks to KiwiCo, we have a little bit of something for every family on this list. So go ahead, and peruse a little, and then let us know what you loved most!
Here are 27 fun at-home activities to do with your little ones to keep them smart and busy:
Crystal Ombre Soap Making
$29.95 at the time of publication
Use KiwiCo to treat your kids to fun, hands-on experiments, crafts, and so much more. And this one project can create three unique soaps. Allow your kids to learn the science behind making soap and learn how soap works. So not only are they learning something new, but they are also learning why it’s important to use soap! Parents said it kept their kids entertained for hours!
Astronaut Starter Kit
$29.95 at the time of publication
Is your little one obsessed with space? Well, take his or her imagination to new heights with this Astronaut Starter Kit. For less than $30, kids can build and launch a pair of spaceships and build an epic solar system so that they can learn about all they would see after lifting off into space! How awesome is that? Parents say their children loved this crate and learned so much about the planets and space travel.
Valentine’s Day Cards
$14.95 at the time of publication
With Valentine’s Day closely approaching, why not spend a few hours allowing your little ones to create special cards in celebration of the holiday. After that, you can safely deliver them to whomever they are intended for, or show your little ones how to use the postal service! Parents said this crate was so much fun, adding that KiwiCo never disappoints.
Light-Up Speaker
$39.95 at the time of publication
This crate gives your kiddo instructions for building a functional light up speaker! How amazing is that? From learning how to create a successful amplification circuit to listening to their favorite songs come through the speaker they just built, this really is the activity that keeps on giving! Parents said their kids loved putting this together and the music really did sound great when coming from the speaker!
Colorful Chemistry
$29.95 at the time of publication
Is anything truly more fun for a little one than getting a little messy? Now combine that with education and you got yourself a fun science class! This colorful chemistry crate allows kids to feel like they are in a chem lab cooking up the latest cure! Awesome! Parents say it also helped their little one really grasp the concept that mixing two colors will create another color.
Animal Bath Bombs
$17.95 at the time of publication
This crate gives kids the freedom to make it then play with it. KiwiCo’s Animal Bath Bombs allow kids to make animal-shaped bath bombs and then learn about the science behind acid-based reactions and molecules while enjoying a bath! And one crate can create anywhere between 3 to 6 bath bombs! Parents say the crate was so much fun to do with their kids!
Hydraulic Claw
$29.95 at the time of publication
Introduce your kiddos to the world of engineering and hydraulics with this crate from KiwiCo. This one teaches youngsters how to build their own WORKING lifting claw! That’s amazing! Parents also say that after several weeks, their kids are still playing with the crate making tweaks to the claw and so much more!
Truly Me™ Doll #39 + Sparkle & Shine Accessories
$140 at the time of publication
Give your kids the gift of imagination, and yourself some free time but introducing them to American Girl. American Girl creates dolls that look like your little one and tons of accessories to go with them! If your little one is into dolls, these ones have never-ending storylines to keep them busy for hours. Kids themselves say they love this doll and all she comes with!
Melody Doll, Book & Accessories
$140 at the time of publication
Now the Melody doll tells an entirely different story, which makes it all the more fun when picking out a doll with your little one. And if your kiddo relates to Melody then get ready to transport yourself back to the 1960s! Parents say Melody and her story are excellent and beyond cute!
Ultimate Spa Bundle
$164 at the time of publication
And if your child doesn’t want another doll but you’re looking for something new in terms of accessories, how cool is this Ultimate Spa Bundle? It comes with a brush, highlights, hairstyling caddy, a manicure set, a hair pick, and a salon chair and wrap set! Now, this sounds like fun and like it would keep your American Girl doll fan very busy for a very long time!
UNO® American Girl® Card Game
$9.99 at the time of publication
And if your little one has all the American Girl dolls they could ever need then grab a back of these themed UNO cards and spend a few hours together playing with them!
Hooked On Phonics
The first month is just $1
First Month For Just $1!With many kids still learning at home, it wouldn’t hurt to get a little extra learning in. And thanks to Hooked On Phonics, it’s like having a tutor without parents needing to do any more than they already are. Plus, it makes learning fun and interactive, according to parents who say they saw a huge improvement in things like vocabulary and independent reading ability in their kids after using Hooked On Phonics.
Kids Charades
$19.99 at the time of publication
Another great way to keep your kiddos entertained while also creating great memories with them is with board games. This one called Kids Charades not only keeps their bodies moving and getting out their daily energy but it also helps with their creativity!
Fairy EZ Grip 300pc Puzzle
$12.99 at the time of publication
Or you can opt for a puzzle instead! This one showcases a beautiful fairy and butterflies, but the best part is that it glows in the dark! How fun is that?
Stow and Go Puzzle Mat
$20.99 at the time of publication
And we get it, sometimes puzzles take a little longer to complete than you hope and you never want it to take up too much space for too long, so we wanted to share this awesome invention as well! It’s a puzzle mat that allows you to move your puzzle successfully and without messing it up while putting it together!
Crayola Craft Confetti Coasters & Dish Craft Kit
$9.99 at the time of publication
A great way to keep your little ones busy is with arts and crafts and Crayola offers several great craft kits that allow little ones to create some awesome stuff! Stuff like these confetti coasters and dishes. Parents say their kids had a blast making these and they loved that the coasters and dish dry by air making it all very simple to complete!
Crayola Craft Animal Party Poppers Craft Kit
$9.99 at the time of publication
Another fun kit to create with your little ones are these handcrafted party poppers. Sure, these require a little bit of clean up after use, but just think about how much fun they’ll be to make! And parents actually loved them too!
Crayola Craft Texture Pots Craft Kit
$9.99 at the time of publication
Turn these into pots for pants or make it a pen and pencil holder for your desk, either way, your little one will be proud to see their hardworking being used! And it’s a boost in their creativity. We will admit, the only complaint about this project is that it takes a little while for the paint to dry.
Crayola Craft Food Charms Craft Kit
$9.99 at the time of publication
First, your little one creates the food, then they put it in the keychain, and finally, you or your little one can carry it with you forever! Parents say their little ones absolutely loved creating these charms, calling it a really cool craft.
Signature Ombre Macrame Wall Hanging Kit
$14.99 at the time of publication
Parents recommend this for all ages, actually. Use Crayola to help you and your little one stay busy while creating a piece of beautiful wall decor for their room!
Signature DIY String Lights Craft Kit
$14.99 at the time of publication
This is also a beautiful piece of decor for your kiddo’s room that they can make themselves! Similar to the macrame wall hang, parents said their little ones loved creating this string of lights and called it beautiful by the time they finished.
Explore & More Baby’s View 3-Stage Activity Center
$136.00 at the time of publication
And when it comes from our really little ones, sometimes you just need a little hand free time. And that’s where this activity center comes in. Keep your tiny one busy with all of the sounds, lights, and buttons that come with this child seat while you get a little break yourself. Parents say their babies love spending time in the seat.
Pencil Nose
$24.95 at the time of publication
How much fun does this game from Fat Brain Toys look? Basically, watch your kiddos burst into laughter while trying to dray with a pencil attached to their nose. Parents say this game is for everyone and they highly recommend it!
Electronic Arcade Basketball
$29.95 at the time of publication
An arcade game that doesn’t take up a lot of space? Count us is! All you have to do is use your fingers to launch the ball into the hoop. You can also make it a competition by playing against someone. Parents say this game was easy to set up and their kiddos ultimately loved it!
Ladybug’s Garden Memory Game
$22.95 at the time of publication
It’s a game that also helps your little ones practice using their memorizing skills. Parents say this particular memory game is more creative than others on the market, adding that it’s a quality wooden toy as well. And “the two-sided cards allow for new challenges,” one parent said! So the game never gets old!
Drop Shot
$19.95 at the time of publication
Have fun while also working on your hand-eye coordination with this game called Drop Shot. Drop Shot essentially required you to try to drop the colorful stick into a tiny hole. It sounds quite difficult, but parents say it keeps their kids busy for hours. They said even the adults had a blast trying it out!
Rubik’s Square
$19.95 at the time of publication
Another game to get the brain cells firing is this fun take on the Rubik’s cube called Rubik’s square. Essentially, you use the small cube to create a pattern and then you challenge someone to see who can mimic that pattern the fastest using the board in front of you! Parents say it helps their kids focus, calling it an overall great toy!
And there it is! Twenty-seven very fun and educational activities your kids can do by themselves, or you can help them with! We know it’s been a difficult year for a lot of families and working parents, so we hope this helps lessen some of the stress you’ve been feeling by bringing some more fun into your home!
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