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Fluffy Snow Slime Boredom Buster for Tweens

This fluffy snow slime became an instant boredom buster in our household. Not only is it quick and easy to make, but it can also be made using just three ingredients! This fluffy snow slime is one of our top go-to slime recipes for snow days or anytime we might be stuck indoors. We just […]

Cabin Fever Boredom Busters

These cabin fever boredom busters are the perfect cure for anytime you may be stuck indoors during the long Winter months! Keeping the kids entertained indoors is not always an easy task, but these activities use common household items and the set ups are simple. I love how many of these activities can inspire lots of learning […]

Dollar Store Boredom Busters!

These boredom busters for kids are simple to set up and are perfect if you are looking for easy ways to keep the kids entertained while indoors. Since most of the materials can be found at a local dollar store, they are super affordable too! You may even be able to sneak in a little learning […]

Glow in the Dark Boredom Buster

Simple Boredom Buster for Kids Do you know what I love?? Creating a SIMPLE (and cheap) boredom buster that keeps the kids happily entertained for a long time! This glow in the dark building activity is great if you need something to keep the kids busy on a rainy day, and it only uses a […]

Around the Web: Boredom Busters

Need more boredom busters?  We’ve got some ideas! These 6 links from around the web should provide hours of entertainment! 1. Check out these 20 Boredom Busters for Rainy Days, Sick Days, and Duvet Days via Make Do and Friend 2. Make Your Own Sponge Blocks via Inner Child Fun 3. This cardboard plane and […]

TV Free Boredom Busters

“It rains 9 months of the year in Seattle.” Yes. It really does rain that much. Boredom is a guarantee each and every winter. Here in the Seattle area, it is pretty easy to settle into a movie marathon for a good 6 months. The best defense is a good arsenal of quick and easy […]

Sunday Snapshot: Dollar Store Boredom Buster

We found the cutest cardboard dollhouses at our local dollar store. I added some paper clips to make stands for the dolls, and the girls loved putting these together to make their own little town! The cardboard itself is not very sturdy (it’s about as thick as cereal box cardboard), but it has managed to […]

Pantry Boredom Buster

Emily kept herself happily occupied by crafting up several rainbow necklaces using a few items from the pantry — some colored cereal, and some cotton kitchen twine. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day! To make the beading a bit easier, I added some tape to the end of the string (almost like a shoelace). Beading is […]

Wordless Wednesday — Dollar Store Boredom Buster

 

10 MORE Cheap Boredom Busters for Kids

Here’s a look back at 10 MORE of our favorite (and very frugal) boredom busters… Build (and re-build) Newspaper Play Structures   Go on a Teddy Bear Picnic… you may even spot some magic!   Make a Window Display   Build a Flashlight   Pose with Plexiglass     Build a Marble Run   Download our free […]

10 Cheap Boredom Busters for Kids

Looking for a few easy ways to keep the kids from getting too bored? Here are some of our favorite boredom busters that are quick, easy, cheap, and fun!! 1. Beading with cut up straws — easy, frugal, and a great way to build up important fine-motor skills.   2. Make photo puppets and put […]

Boredom Buster — Marble Run

Rainy weather keeping you indoors?? For a fun time, grab a ladder, a few cheap pool noodles, masking tape, and some marbles. Cut pool noodles in half down the middle, then invite the kiddos to build a marble run to see how many times they can make the marble go around the ladder!! (Shorter kids […]

10 Frugal Ways to Fight Boredom

Being bored doesn’t have to be an excuse to go out shopping and spend a ton of money. Here are some fun ways to fight boredom that don’t cost a cent! Jump up and down on the bed!! Visit a local park! Take time to smell the flowers. Get all dressed up — just because! […]

Easy Paper Crafts for Beginners

Paper crafts are a great way to engage both children and adults in a fun and creative activity. These projects are perfect for beginners and require minimal supplies. This post will share five easy paper crafts that anyone can do. So grab some paper and get crafting! 5 Easy Paper Crafts for Beginners: Paper Hearts: […]

How to Make Paper Claws

Learn how to make paper claws with this easy tutorial from Clara, age 13! This is such a fun boredom buster or rainy day craft for kids. Perfect for pretend play or fold up a full set for dress-up! Scroll down for step-by-step directions using a sheet of letter-sized paper (8 inches x 11 inches). […]

How to Make Paper Spinners

Paper spinners are so much fun to make! In this post, we’ll share a step-by-step video with instructions showing how to make spinners out of paper. You’ll want to bookmark this craft for a rainy day or anytime your teen or tween is looking for a boredom buster to do. Why not craft up several […]

Celebrating National Superhero Day at Home

It’s National Superhero Day! This post has lots of fun ways to celebrate at home. You’ll find a free printable for blank comic pages, a list of 5 simple ways to be kind to your family, and a list of books to celebrate individuality. Plus, resources for a superhero-themed movie night at home! Here are […]

Quarantine Charades Free Printable Game

Are you staying at home? Looking for a little something fun to do with the family?? Here’s a simple game to play with family or household members during quarantine at home! Just download the Quarantine Charades Game printable and play. This game is sure to lead to lots of good laughs! It is quick and […]