Kids Holiday Activities

16 reading challenge ideas for kids, from bingo cards and reading dens to book swaps and story jars. Make reading feel like a game, not homework.

16 puzzle and brain teaser ideas for kids, from jigsaws and mazes to riddles and logic games. Screen free ways to stretch young minds.

16 building challenge ideas for kids using building bricks, cardboard and household bits. Quick prompts that spark teamwork and clever problem solving.

18 paper craft ideas for kids, from origami boats and paper lanterns to tissue paper windows. Cheap, tidy and easy to set up on any grey afternoon.

Eighteen drawing and colouring ideas for kids, from simple games and guided doodles to calm colouring projects that build confidence and focus.

17 playdough ideas for kids, from a simple stove top recipe to number games and play scenes. Squishy, calming and easy to tidy up.

Eighteen messy play ideas for kids, from paint and mud to foam and water, with simple ways to contain the chaos and clear it up fast.

Eighteen painting ideas for kids, from easy finger painting to stencils, salt art and creative techniques that suit every age and mess tolerance.

Eighteen safe sensory play ideas using water, textures, sounds and light, with supervision tips for every age from toddlers to school children.

Eighteen positive things for teenagers to do in the holidays, from skills and volunteering to creative projects, sport and simple ways to earn a bit of money.