Stuck Indoors? No Problem!
Are you struggling to find activities to do with the kids when the weather is gloomy outside? Look no further! We have rounded up five cheap and easy ways to get creative with arts and crafts, keeping your little ones engaged and away from screens.
Folding Fun with Origami
Origami is a fantastic way to keep kids occupied indoors. Whether they are making simple paper airplanes or intricate animals and shapes, origami is sure to captivate their attention. Head to youtube.com/@crafttvjessica for free tutorials and easy-to-follow guides.
Add Drama with a DIY Puppet Theatre
Transform an old cardboard box into a puppet theatre! Let the kids get creative by making paper puppets using paper bags, construction paper, and other craft supplies. They can put on their own puppet shows and bring their imaginations to life. Cut out a stage opening and fold paper to create curtains for added flair.
Get Crafty with Face Masks
Turn ordinary paper plates into works of art by creating easy animal masks. Simply cut out holes for the eyes and mouth, then let your child's creativity shine with paints or pens. For inspiration, check out the dinosaur mask idea at instagram.com/littlebuttondiaries.
Classic Fun with Fortune Tellers
Remember the joy of making fortune tellers as a child? This classic paper-folding activity is a fun and interactive way to entertain kids indoors. All you need is a piece of paper and some markers to create the fortune teller. Let the kids take turns asking questions and revealing their fortunes. Find a tutorial at youtube.com/@artforkidshub.
Encourage Storytelling with DIY Storybooks
Spark your children's creativity by encouraging them to become authors and illustrators. Help them make their own storybooks by folding A4 paper in half. They can write and illustrate stories about themselves or create tales about their adventures. It's a fantastic way to keep them engaged and entertained.
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