Fun & Easy Activities for 7-Year-Olds
Seven-year-olds are curious, capable, and often keen to take the lead in their play. They love activities that stretch their thinking, spark creativity, and give them room to explore.
This selection of screen-free ideas is easy to dip into, with something for every mood and moment. Whether it’s a quick game or a bigger project, these activities are all about fun, connection, and time well spent together — no pressure, just play.
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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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Sock Puppet Show
Create characters from old socks and put on a silly show filled with voices, stories and giggles.
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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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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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Make a secret den
Pillows, blankets, and a little imagination—that’s all you need to build the perfect secret den! It’s a cozy retreat for reading, relaxing, or playing pretend.
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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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Indoor Treasure Hunt
Turn your home into an adventure zone! Create a clue-based treasure hunt that will have kids solving riddles and racing around the house to find a hidden prize.
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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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DIY Scrapbook
Turn treasured moments into lasting keepsakes! Scrapbooking is a creative and heartwarming activity that lets kids decorate, design, and reflect on their favorite memories.
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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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Put on a Play: Create, Rehearse & Perform!
Let your little star shine! This fun activity encourages creativity, confidence, and teamwork as kids write, rehearse, and perform their very own play.
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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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Backyard Bug Safari
Explore the fascinating world of insects and other small creatures in your own backyard with this educational nature activity.
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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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DIY Musical Instruments
Create your own musical instruments using everyday household items and explore the science of sound.
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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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Shadow Puppet Theater
Create a magical shadow puppet theater and put on a show, combining storytelling with creative arts.
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Mini Scientists: Color Mixing Magic
Explore the fascinating world of color mixing with this simple but engaging science experiment.