Fun Activities to do with your kids!!!
Hereโs a fun, practical list of kid activities, broken down by age group, with ideas that support creativity, connection, movement, and confidence โจ
(Perfect for parents, classrooms, playdates, or weekend planning.)
๐ถ Toddlers (Ages 1โ3)
Focus: Sensory exploration, movement, language, bonding
- Sensory bins (rice, oats, water beads, scoops)
- Bubble play (outside or bathtub)
- Music & movement dance party
- Water play with cups and toys
- Board book reading with voices
- Toy car ramps with cardboard
- Soft ball rolling games
- Color sorting with cups or bowls
- Peekaboo or scarf games
- Nature walks pointing out colors and sounds
๐งธ Preschoolers (Ages 3โ5)
Focus: Imagination, fine motor skills, emotional expression
- Arts & crafts (stickers, glue, painting)
- Dress-up & pretend play (doctor, chef, store)
- Simple obstacle courses
- Baking together (measuring + mixing)
- Puppet shows
- Play-dough creations
- Feelings chart + emotion games
- Scavenger hunts (colors/shapes)
- Gardening or planting seeds
- Simple science (baking soda + vinegar)
๐ Early Elementary (Ages 6โ8)
Focus: Independence, curiosity, confidence, teamwork
- Board and card games
- Beginner journaling or drawing prompts
- LEGO or building challenges
- Bike rides or scooter adventures
- STEM kits or experiments
- Cooking simple meals
- Story writing or comic books
- Yoga or mindfulness games
- Team sports or backyard games
- Kindness challenges (helping tasks)
๐ง Upper Elementary (Ages 9โ11)
Focus: Problem-solving, self-esteem, social skills
- Coding games or apps
- DIY crafts (bracelets, slime, art projects)
- Group challenges or escape-room-style games
- Journaling about goals and feelings
- Sports leagues or martial arts
- Photography or video creation
- Cooking full recipes
- Book clubs or read-aloud discussions
- Service projects (donations, helping neighbors)
- Vision boards or dream lists
๐ Teens (Ages 12โ17)
Focus: Identity, autonomy, emotional regulation, purpose
- Creative projects (music, art, writing)
- Fitness challenges or gym sessions
- Volunteering or mentoring younger kids
- Vision boarding & goal setting
- Podcast or YouTube creation
- Cooking meals independently
- Journaling & reflection prompts
- Debate nights or deep conversations
- Hiking or adventure outings
- Entrepreneurship ideas (small businesses)
๐ Bonus: Mixed-Age Family Activities
- Family game night
- Movie night with discussion
- Gratitude circles
- Family talent shows
- Cooking meals together
- Nature hikes
- Theme nights (culture, decade, color)
- Service projects
- Dance parties
- Story sharing circles
Also, something I like to do is schedule fun time for example โMovie Night Mondaysโ or โSunset Sundae Sundaysโ. This gives them something to look forward to and a sense of security knowing there is scheduled intentional connection time!
Let me know any of your fun activities you like to in the comments below ๐
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Fun Activities to do with your kids!!!
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