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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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Paper tunnels
Paper tunnels
Create quick, easy paper tunnels for open-ended play with balls or toy cars.
2m
15m
Magnetic tile hidden messages
Magnetic tile hidden messages
Make your own decoder and reveal secret messages with a coloured magnetic tile!
2m
20m
Pass the face
Pass the face
Take turns copying each other's silly faces in this funny chain game. A hilarious way to explore self-expression, emotions, and creativity while sharing laughs together.
0m
10m
Play dough poke
Play dough poke
A simple fine motor workout - just grab some play dough and things to poke into it!
2m
10m
2-ingredient fake snow recipe
2-ingredient fake snow recipe
Create soft, moldable snow with just two ingredients
3m
30m
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Duplo coding
Duplo coding
Match coloured Duplo blocks to a pattern card using an egg carton - an easy, hands-on way to introduce early coding and logic skills.
5m
15m
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Cover me
Cover me
Let the kids cover you with blankets & cushions while you get a mini rest!
1m
10m
DIY projector
DIY projector
Turn a recycled cardboard tube into a mini projector for simple shadow shows, storytelling and STEM learning!
5m
20m
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Bouncing bubbles recipe
Bouncing bubbles recipe
Make extra strong bubbles you can catch and bounce from everyday kitchen ingredients
5m
20m
  ·  make it
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What's on my bum?
What's on my bum?
A hilarious sensory guessing game that gets lots of giggles and builds body awareness.
1m
5m
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