18 Creative DIY Games That Will Keep Kids Busy Indoors
Rainy days can leave kids feeling restless and bored, but they don’t have to be dull. With just a few simple materials, you can create fun and engaging games that will keep your little ones entertained for hours.
Whether you have toddlers or older kids, these DIY games are perfect for sparking creativity, boosting energy, and making indoor time a blast. Get ready to turn any rainy day into an adventure with these 18 exciting games!
Indoor Obstacle Course
Create an obstacle course in your living room using cushions, chairs, and blankets. Challenge kids to crawl under tables, jump over pillows, and balance on taped lines on the floor.
It’s a great way for them to burn energy while staying inside.
DIY Bowling
Use empty water bottles as pins and a soft ball as the bowling ball. Set up a bowling alley in your hallway or living room and let the kids take turns rolling the ball.
It’s easy to set up and super fun to play.
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Scavenger Hunt
Make a list of items for the kids to find around the house. You can create a themed hunt (e.g., colors, shapes, or objects related to animals).
This is a great way to teach kids to pay attention to details and explore their environment.
Paper Plate Ring Toss
Cut holes into paper plates and set them up like targets. Use a soft ring or hoop, or roll up a piece of paper to toss.
Challenge kids to score by getting the ring through the plate holes.
Sock Toss Game
Set up a laundry basket or a box at a distance and give your child some rolled-up socks. The goal is to toss them into the basket.
Adjust the distance to make it easier or more challenging based on their age and skill.
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DIY Puppet Show
Make sock or paper bag puppets using household items and have the kids put on a puppet show. They can create their own characters and stories, sparking their imagination and creativity in the process.
Indoor Hopscotch
Use masking tape to create a hopscotch grid on your floor. Add a fun twist by making the squares into shapes, colors, or even including simple math problems that they need to solve as they jump through.
Balloon Tennis
Blow up a balloon and use books or fly swatters as paddles. Play a game of tennis or volleyball by hitting the balloon back and forth.
This game will keep them active and entertained while improving their coordination.
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Treasure Map Challenge
Draw a simple treasure map and hide a small toy or treat in your home. The kids can follow the map to find the hidden treasure.
This game can be adapted for different ages by adjusting the complexity of the map.
Freeze Dance
Put on some music and let the kids dance around the room. When the music stops, they have to freeze in place.
It’s a fun way to get kids moving while working on listening skills and balance.
Indoor Bowling Alley
Create your own bowling alley using empty water bottles and a soft ball. Set up the pins at the end of a hallway and see who can knock down the most pins with each roll.
You can even create a scoring system for added fun.
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Cup Tower Challenge
Give kids plastic cups and challenge them to build the tallest tower they can. To make it even more interesting, set a timer and see who can complete the challenge before time runs out.
DIY Tic-Tac-Toe
Use large pieces of cardboard or a piece of paper to create a tic-tac-toe board. Instead of using X’s and O’s, get creative with buttons, coins, or even drawings.
It’s a simple game that promotes critical thinking and strategy.
Shadow Puppets
Using a flashlight and your hands, create fun shapes and shadows on the wall. The kids can guess the shapes or make up their own shadow puppet show.
This activity sparks imagination and can be enjoyed by kids of all ages.
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DIY Parachute Game
Use a large sheet or towel as a parachute. Have kids stand around the edges and lift it up and down while trying to keep a light object, like a ball or a balloon, in the air.
It’s a fun way to encourage teamwork.
Indoor Camping
Set up an indoor tent or make a blanket fort in the living room. Once the fort is built, you can play camp games like telling stories, playing card games, or even having a snack inside your cozy hideaway.
Sock Puppet Races
Put a sock on each child’s hand and have them race to see who can move their puppet the fastest. This activity works on fine motor skills while providing an opportunity for creativity and laughter.
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DIY Bingo
Create bingo cards with simple pictures, numbers, or letters that are easy for your child to recognize. Use coins or buttons as markers, and play a few rounds to see who can complete their card first.
It’s a simple yet entertaining game that can be played again and again.
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