56 Indoor, Clean Activities for Kids
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Finger Puppet Fun
Use finger puppets (or socks with faces!) to bring playful characters to life. A gentle, engaging way to support baby’s social and imaginative development.
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Tray Memory Game
Children love studying a tray of curious objects and seeing how many they can remember once it’s been whisked away. It’s a calm, engaging game that encourages focus and memory skills — perfect for a quiet moment at home.
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Dots and Boxes
A simple pencil-and-paper game where players take turns joining dots to complete boxes. Great for quiet moments and early strategy skills.
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Journalling
A simple way for kids to reflect, express themselves, and build writing confidence. Perfect for quiet time or as part of a calming daily routine.
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What’s Missing?
A simple observation game that’s perfect for restaurants, waiting rooms or any moment where you need a few minutes of quiet fun.
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Emotion Cards
Create simple cards with different emotions and use them to spark gentle conversations about feelings. A great way to build emotional confidence and connection.
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Duck Duck Goose
Simple, energetic and full of laughter, Duck Duck Goose is a brilliant game for groups of children. Great for burning off energy indoors or out.
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Chinnies
Draw a face on your chin, flip the camera, and give your chin a starring role! Chinnies are a hilarious way to get the whole family giggling.
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Anything Boules
Play a fun, unpredictable game of pétanque using everyday items like socks, toy bricks, or crumpled paper! A great way to get kids laughing and aiming indoors or out.
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DIY Top Trumps
Design, draw, and battle! DIY Top Trumps is a fun mix of creativity and strategy as kids make their own themed card decks and challenge friends or family to a showdown.
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Would You Rather?
A simple, silly conversation game where kids choose between two options. Perfect for car rides, mealtimes, or anytime you want a few giggles.
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Peek-a-boo
A classic first game that never gets old! Peek-a-boo builds connection, sparks laughter, and helps babies learn about object permanence.
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Post Office
Create a pretend post office at home! Kids can write letters, sort the mail, and deliver it around the house as part of this imaginative and literacy-rich role-play.
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Charades
A brilliant game for all ages, charades gets everyone moving, thinking, and laughing. No equipment needed—just imagination and a bit of silliness.
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Go to a Museum
Plan a trip to a local museum and unlock a world of history, science, art, or nature. An inspiring way to encourage curiosity and learning through real-world exploration.
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Superheroes & Villains
Let kids become their favourite heroes—or invent their own! A high-energy role-play game that explores bravery, teamwork, and creative problem-solving.
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Visit a Library
Take a trip to your local library for stories, quiet time, and new adventures. It’s a brilliant, budget-friendly way to build a love of books and learning.
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LEGO Challenge
Set up creative build challenges for kids of all ages using LEGO or building blocks. Great for sparking imagination, problem-solving and fine motor skills.
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Start a Jigsaw Puzzle
Settle in for some quiet concentration with a jigsaw puzzle. Great for rainy days, teamwork, and developing patience and problem-solving skills.
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Draw a map
Encourage creativity and spatial thinking by helping your child draw a map—of a real place, a fantasy land, or even your own house.