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50 Creative Activities for Kids

Whether it's a rainy day or the summer heat is just too much, we've got 50 fun DIY activities for kids that will keep kids entertained for hours.

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Creative Activities for Kids

Keeping kids entertained at home can be a challenge for any parent — until now. The next time your child says, “I’m bored,” have our list of fun indoor and outdoor activities at the ready. With crafts, games, science experiments and more to choose from, you’ll find something to captivate your child no matter their age or interests. Many of these activities are easy to set up with low-budget items you may already have around the house. Others require a bit more prep work but can be used again and again for never-ending fun. Read on to find an activity your little one will love.

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1. Fairy Felt Wall

This fairy felt wall is an endlessly entertaining indoor activity that promotes imagination and creativity.

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2. Sidewalk Chalk Storytelling

As a kid, there is no greater feeling in the world than being told you can draw on the driveway. Encourage your kids to think outside of hopscotch and draw a scene they can put themselves in. Don't forget to capture their creation with a photo!

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3. Backyard Mini Circus

Kids have a wild imagination that is always ready to go. They can turn a big, empty box into hours of fun. So just imagine what they could do with their very own circus tent and trapeze-inspired hammock chair!

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