61 Activities for Kids that take 15-30 mins
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I Spy
Sharpen your child’s observation skills with a fun, portable game of I Spy! Perfect for waiting rooms, road trips, or quiet moments at home.
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Oobleck: Gooey science you can touch!
Explore the weird world of non-Newtonian fluids with just water and cornflour! It’s part science experiment, part sensory fun—and totally fascinating for kids.
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Skittle rainbow
Turn a pack of Skittles into a beautiful rainbow with just a plate and some water! A simple, colorful science experiment that feels like pure magic.
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Times Table Dash
Hunt for the correct timestable answer in this fun maths dash around the room!
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Fabric Sensory Tunnel
Create a cosy tunnel using a blanket and chairs, and encourage your baby or toddler to crawl through and explore. Great for movement, discovery and plenty of peekaboo fun.
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Story Cubes
Use story cubes, pictures, or simple prompts to spark your child’s imagination and create fun, spontaneous stories together.
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Texture Treasure Basket
Fill a shallow basket with safe household items of different textures and let your baby explore through touch, sight and sound. A calm and engaging sensory experience.
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Tag
A timeless favourite, tag is all about speed, laughter, and staying one step ahead! It’s the perfect way to get kids running, laughing, and burning off energy.
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Bounce on a Trampoline
Jumping on a trampoline is pure joy—and a brilliant way for kids to burn energy, improve coordination, and get active in the fresh air.
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Bat & ball
Whether it’s a backyard game of cricket, baseball, or just keeping a ball in the air, bat and ball games are a great way to build coordination and enjoy some active play.
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Read a Book Together
Cuddle up with a good book and dive into a world of imagination. Reading together builds language skills, emotional bonds, and a lifelong love of stories.
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Animal Impressions
Waddle like a penguin, stomp like an elephant, or slither like a snake! Animal Impressions is a hilarious way for kids to move, play, and get creative together.
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Balloon Keepy-ups
Swap out regular balls for balloons and let the indoor fun fly! Balloon Ball is a safe, energetic game that challenges kids to keep the balloon in the air for as long as they can.
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Fifteens: A Sweet Northern Irish Treat
This simple no-bake recipe from Northern Ireland is perfect for little hands. Mix marshmallows, biscuits, and cherries for a deliciously nostalgic treat—just count to 15!
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Mystery Drawing
Get ready to giggle! Take turns drawing parts of a mystery creature—without seeing what the others drew. Unfold the paper for a big reveal full of surprises!
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Hide and Seek
A timeless favorite! Hide and Seek gets kids moving, thinking, and laughing as they search high and low for their hidden friends.
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Riddle Time! Brain Teasers for Clever Kids
Give those growing minds a fun workout with a riddle challenge! Take turns guessing silly, tricky, or classic riddles to build logic, problem-solving, and laughter.
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Balloon Rocket Race
Watch balloons zip across the room as kids explore the power of air and motion! This fast-paced experiment is part race, part physics fun.
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Mini Scientists: Color Mixing Magic
Explore the fascinating world of color mixing with this simple but engaging science experiment.
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Imaginary Store
Set up a pretend shop at home and let kids become the shopkeeper, customer, or cashier! A fun role-play activity that builds confidence and early maths skills.