52 Low energy Activities for Kids that take 15-30 mins
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Building Blocks
Whether it’s wooden blocks, LEGO, or DUPLO, building activities spark creativity and problem-solving in kids of all ages.
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Play a Card Game
Rediscover the joy of simple card games! From Go Fish to Top Trumps, these games are perfect for rainy days, holidays, or winding down at home.
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Breakfast in Bed
Help kids prepare a simple breakfast and deliver it with love! A sweet way to practise kindness, independence, and basic kitchen skills.
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Make a Card
Encourage creativity and kindness by helping kids make their own cards. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just because!
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Leaf Rubbing Art
Use crayons and paper to uncover the beautiful textures of leaves. A calming, creative activity that blends nature exploration with simple art.
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Make Daisy Chains
Pick fresh daisies and learn to weave them into beautiful flower chains. A calm, creative outdoor activity perfect for sunny days in the garden or park.
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Bark Rubbings
Get hands-on with nature and discover the unique textures of trees by making bark rubbings using crayons and paper. A simple, creative outdoor activity.
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Write a Letter
Encourage kids to slow down and connect by writing a letter to a friend, family member, or even themselves. It’s creative, meaningful, and full of charm.
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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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Story chain
Spark 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
Practice 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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20 Questions
Challenge kids’ logic and creativity with a quick, classic game of 20 Questions! A fun way to build critical thinking and communication skills anywhere, anytime.
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I Spy
Sharpen your child’s observation skills with a fun, portable game of I Spy! Perfect for waiting rooms, road trips, or quiet moments at home.
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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
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.