Stuck inside

Stuck inside

Easy, fun ways to keep everyone entertained when you're stuck indoors.

Rainy day? Too hot to go out? Just don't feel like leaving the house? This playlist is packed with simple, engaging activities to keep kids (and grownups) entertained inside. From creative games to low-prep challenges, these ideas turn being stuck indoors into an opportunity for playful fun.

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Newbies (0-9 mths)

27 play ideas for Newbies in Stuck inside

Sock whisk

Sock whisk

A simple fine motor and sensory activity for babies and toddlers - stuff a whisk with socks and let little hands pull them out!

Peg toy rescue

Peg toy rescue

Clip pegs all over a stuffed toy and invite your child to rescue it. A super simple setup that strengthens fine motor skills while sparking imaginative play.

Paper tunnels

Paper tunnels

Create quick, easy paper tunnels for open-ended play with balls or toy cars.

Living room dance party

Living room dance party

Get the whole family moving to their favourite tunes!

No-cook play dough recipe

No-cook play dough recipe

Your go-to for a no-cook, taste-safe play dough recipe

2 ingredient cloud dough sensory recipe

2 ingredient cloud dough sensory recipe

A soft sensory dough made from just two household ingredients.

Fruity water play

Fruity water play

A refreshing sensory water play idea using slices of fruit like lemons, limes, oranges, and berries. Perfect for exploring scents, textures, and splashes!

Taste-safe foam sensory recipe

Taste-safe foam sensory recipe

Whip up this taste-safe foam using aquafaba for some bubbly, sensory fun

Jelly dig sensory recipe

Jelly dig sensory recipe

Squish, dig, and explore toys hidden in jelly for a fun sensory activity

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Tissue box scarf pull

Tissue box scarf pull

Grab some scarves and an empty tissue box for some simple DIY sensory play

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