34 Activities for Kids Aged 3 that take 15-30 mins
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Decorate biscuits
Grab some plain biscuits and unleash your imagination! Kids will love turning them into tasty masterpieces with icing, sprinkles, and sweets.
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Secret Reveal Watercolour Painting
Draw invisible designs with a white crayon, then reveal the surprise by painting over them with watercolours. A simple, magical art activity for curious kids!
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Handprint Art
Capture little hands in big, creative ways! Turn handprints into animals, flowers, and seasonal art that’s perfect for display or gifting.
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Tissue Paper Stained Glass
Create beautiful faux stained glass with just tissue paper and glue! A simple craft that brings bright color and creativity to any sunny window.
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Puffy Paint
Mix up some magic with shaving cream, glue, and food coloring to create puffy paint! Kids will love painting 3D masterpieces that rise off the page.
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Paper Plate Animals
Transform simple paper plates into adorable animal faces using paint, googly eyes, and a bit of imagination. A fun and creative craft, perfect for preschoolers!
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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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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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Window Bingo
Keep little eyes busy with a bingo card of things to spot out the window — perfect for journeys or quiet time indoors.
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Rose Perfume
Make a simple rose-scented perfume using fresh petals and water — a lovely way to enjoy nature through scent and creativity.
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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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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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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.
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Play Doctor
Set up a mini clinic at home and let children care for dolls, teddies, or even family members. A wonderful role-play game that builds empathy and confidence.