12 Indoor, Low energy activities for kids that take 15-30 mins
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Tissue Paper Stained Glass
View activity: Tissue Paper Stained GlassCreate 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
View activity: Puffy PaintMix 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
View activity: Paper Plate AnimalsTransform 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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Story chain
View activity: Story chainSpark creativity and lots of laughter with Story Chain! Take turns adding sentences to a shared story and see where your imagination leads.
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The Alphabet Game
View activity: The Alphabet GamePractice quick thinking and letter skills with The Alphabet Game! A simple, fun way to keep kids engaged at home, on the go, or anywhere in between.
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Oobleck: Gooey science you can touch!
View activity: 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
View activity: Skittle rainbowTurn 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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Read a Book Together
View activity: Read a Book TogetherCuddle 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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Make Fifteens: A Sweet Northern Irish Treat
View activity: Make Fifteens: A Sweet Northern Irish TreatThis 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
View activity: Mystery DrawingGet 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!