37 Activities for Kids Aged 3
Three-year-olds are curious, energetic, and full of imagination.
This is a great age for simple, playful activities that spark giggles, build connection, and let your child explore their world.
Here you’ll find easy, screen-free ideas for all kinds of days — whether you’ve got ten minutes or more time to fill. No pressure, no perfection — just warm, low-effort ways to enjoy time offline together.
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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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Animal sound game
Test your animal knowledge and make some noise! The Animal Sound Game is a hilarious way to get kids laughing, listening, and learning through play.
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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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Pirate Adventure
Transform your living room or garden into the high seas! Build a pirate ship, hunt for treasure, and explore the world of swashbuckling make-believe.
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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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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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Make Homemade Modeling Dough
Whip up a batch of soft, squishy modeling dough with ingredients from your kitchen! It’s a fun, hands-on way for kids to explore creativity, textures, and shapes.
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Paper Airplane Challenge
Create and test different paper airplane designs in this exciting STEM activity that combines creativity with basic physics concepts.
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Bake Cookies
Mix, scoop, and bake! Cookie-making is a delicious way to teach kids about measurements, following steps, and working together in the kitchen.
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Nature Color Hunt
Go on an outdoor adventure to find items in nature matching different colors, developing observation skills and color recognition.
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Indoor Obstacle Course
Create an exciting indoor obstacle course using household items to promote physical activity and problem-solving.
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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.