There’s nothing like getting your little ones outside to play, but sometimes, factors like the weather don’t cooperate! Park playdates with friends or stepping out of the house in this scorching heat is not the best idea! But just because your kids are stuck indoors doesn’t mean they can’t have fun and learn simultaneously. These activities will help toddlers stay active and engaged inside the house (no more cries of “Mummy I’m bored” or “Just one more YouTube video, please!”)
Indoor Activities for Toddlers
1. Get Moving
Staying indoors is no reason for your child to stay inactive. Even if your child does not let go of your phone to watch a YouTube video, numerous videos are available on the platform that offers children the chance to dance, move, and burn a few calories.
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2. Make a Fort
We can bet that your little one will have fun grabbing couch cushions, sheets, and blankets to make a fort. Make some space in a room and help your child create a really cool fort. Use chairs to hold up the bedsheet ceiling. Once it’s ready for use, kids can throw pillows and blankets inside, and you can serve them some yummy snacks to enjoy in their fort!
3. Get Reading
One of the best indoor activities your little one can enjoy is reading a good book. Encourage your child to start recognising numbers or letters by making them read. Pick a good book like FirstCry Intellitots Preschool A to Z Learning Set for your little one!
4. Let Your Kid Be a Helper
Kids love to help, even if it is just handing over things. Use their enthusiasm to get a chore or two completed. Involve them while organising a closet or take their help while cooking one of their favourite dishes. Your little one will be busy, you’ll check a job off your list, and your baby will have learned a valuable life skill as well.
5. Board Games and Puzzle
Who doesn’t love board games or a puzzle? This activity can be old-fashioned but can keep your little ones busy this summer vacation. You can play a number of board games with your child by taking a short break from your daily responsibilities to join in the fun!
6. Balloon Ball
Looking for an amusing fun way to play ball in the house that won’t break any windows or have the game end in bumps and tears? All you need is a balloon. We’re not kidding! Line up some pillows or cushions to act as a net, and you’re ready to go!
7. Soap Bubbles
Have you ever come across a child or an adult who doesn’t get excited about blowing bubbles? Here is an exciting twist. Instead of only blowing the bubbles, make it a little challenging by asking your little ones to pop them before they touch the ground. Expect lots of laughs, jumping, shouting and diving!
8. Dumb Charades
This OG game is something we all have fond memories of, and we doubt you’ll want to miss a chance to place this, even today!
Get your kids to pretend to be their favourite animal by imitating their signature moves or the sound. Lots of learning is assured via this fun activity.
9. Living Room Picnic
We know how much you miss picnicking outside in nature. But we are here to make sure that the blistering weather won’t stop you from having a picnic in your living room by bringing the outdoors in! Let your kid pick a game, lay your mats, throw in cushions, and have a memorable picnic within your own safe space and some mouth-watering healthy food.
10. Indoor Obstacle Activity
Turn your living room or bedroom into an indoor obstacle course and let your kids burn tons of energy. Use pillows, cushions, hula hoops, or anything you already have at your home and set up an obstacle course for your children to run through.
Summer vacations are the right opportunity to allow plenty of time for your kids to explore their world on their terms. Try out these creative indoor activity ideas for kids if you’re cooped up at home this summer vacation. Don’t forget to tell us about your favourite way to pass the time with your kids in the comments below!
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