I don’t know about you but we are getting pretty burned-out on screens, so we decided to round up some of the awesome screen-free activities and resources we’ve stumbled upon during all of this. Bookmark this page and refer back later when you’re feeling stuck!
Create an Obstacle Course
By Skip & Scoot
Head over to Skip & Scoot’s Instagram page for fun tips on how to build a successful obstacle course that will keep your kids engaged for a while!
Balloon Play & Crafts for a Cause
From We Events
You really can’t go wrong with any of these options for a fun-filled day! PLUS, when you make a purchase from We Events, a portion of your sale goes to one of their designated charities!
Bag of balloons – Hopscotch special $30. (Regularly $40) Includes 4 different sized balloons and different colors and styles!
Listen & Dance to the “Radio”
Little Shoulders Radio is a new project by Mr. Nick Davio. You can stream thoughtfully curated, indie kid (kindie) music every Wednesday & Friday at 9am and Sunday at 2pm on littleshouldersradio.com!
Printable Worksheets & Activities for Pre-K – 5th Grade
Create a free account on Education.com to access free worksheets, activities, science projects, lesson plans and games!
Nature-Based Activities
From Garfield Park Conservatory
Create a sink or float sensory bin or make plant pigment paints and more! We stumbled upon this great resource from Garfield Park Conservatory that has a lot of fun ideas for nature-based, at-home activities for all ages! Check it out here.
Book-Inspired Activities
By Toddlers Who Read
Toddlers Who Read is a great resource for discovering children’s books accompanied by creative, screen-free activities. Follow Toddlers Who Read on Instagram!
Cardboard Box Play
Chicago Children’s Museum / Liz Rosu-Rosenberg
Check out this video featured on the Chicago Children’s Museum IGTV. @lizziemaerose gives some great tips for making the most of your cardboard boxes!