Fun indoor activities for kids
When children play indoors, it is important that they stay active and creative. With simple materials, you can create fun projects and games that stimulate their imagination and provide hours of entertainment. In this blog, you’ll find creative ideas for indoor play.
DIY craft project: making lanterns
A cozy craft project is making lanterns. It’s simple, fun, and creates a warm atmosphere. Materials needed:
- Empty jars or mason jars
- Paint, stickers, or colored paper
- Glitter, leaves, or other natural materials
- A small tea light or LED candle
Let the kids decorate the jars with paint or stickers. Add natural materials or glitter for extra effect. Place a small LED light inside to create a cozy lantern for the windowsill or table.
Making toys from recycled materials
Creative play can also be sustainable. Use empty boxes, toilet paper rolls, or bottle caps to make toys and games:
- Build a small castle or fort from boxes and let the children decorate it.
- Create a marble run or tower from toilet paper rolls and tape.
- Use bottle caps and cardboard for a simple board game or memory game.
Creative games and activities
Besides crafts, games can also foster creativity:
- Painting or drawing with watercolors or markers.
- Indoor scavenger hunts or small challenges around the house.
- Telling stories or creating a puppet show with sock puppets or stuffed animals.
Tips for fun indoor activities
- Set up a dedicated craft area with all materials handy.
- Let kids choose materials and colors themselves.
- Combine play and learning, for example by including letters or numbers in games.
- Work together on larger projects to encourage teamwork and patience.
With these creative indoor ideas, children stay engaged, imaginative, and entertained even on rainy or quiet days at home.