What Activities To Do At Home With Toddlers

You’re a busy parent and you don’t have time to go on playdates every weekend. But your toddler still needs stimulation!

The good news is that you don’t need to go out of the house to entertain your child. I came up with this list of activities that can be done at home so that your kid will stay busy for hours (and you won’t have to spend money).

Play Dress-up

Dressing up is a great way for your little one to engage in imaginative play and get creative. You can use your imagination and create a whole new world for them,

where they are the princess or prince, their toys are the animals that live in their imaginary kingdom, etc. The more you play along with them, the more excited and engaged they will be!

It may take some time before this activity becomes easy (especially if it’s not something that you do regularly at home), but once it does – watch out! Your toddler will come up with so many ideas on how to play dress-up that you won’t know where to start first!

Make “snowmen.”

Use plastic cups and gloves to make snowmen.
Mix shaving cream with food coloring of your choice and add cotton balls for snowballs.
Use marshmallows for eyes and coal for a mouth.
Use a carrot for a nose, or any other small vegetable you have handy.
Use popsicle sticks to make hats, if desired.

Create A New Toy Out Of An Old Box

Turn an empty box into a puppet theater.
Turn an empty box into a car.
Turn an empty box into a house.
Turn an empty box into a spaceship .or space station, or rocket ship, or whatever your little one wants it to be!
Use the same method for making a train or horse (or boat).

Go On A Nature Walk

Go for a walk in the woods.
Go for a walk in the park.
Go for a walk in the city.
Go for a walk in the countryside.
Go for a walk on the beach.

Clean Up Their Toys

Clean-up time is a great way to teach your child the importance of taking care of their things.

It’s also a great opportunity to teach them they will always have to be responsible for what they do, even when they are small.

You can use this time to talk with them about how they can keep their toys clean and in good condition.

Set Up A “Painting Time”

This is a great activity for toddlers because it’s simple, fun, and allows them to use their imagination.

All you need is a large piece of paper, washable paint, and some paintbrushes. Set up an art station with all the supplies they’ll need and let them go wild!

They’ll have so much fun creating works of art that they’ll be clamoring to do this again in no time.

Try Baking Cookies

Baking is a great activity for toddlers to learn. They can help you measure out the ingredients and stir them together, or even just help you keep an eye on the oven timer by pushing it when the time is up.

At this point in your child’s life, they will probably enjoy eating some of their creations (assuming you haven’t made too much), but if not, after they’ve cooled down completely you can decorate them and make delicious cookie treats!

If your toddler has been doing well with other kitchen tasks like stirring and measuring, here’s one more thing to try: baking! It’s super easy—you just need eggs, flour, and sugar (plus any extra flavorings like chocolate chips). You’ll want to prepare everything beforehand so that once it comes time for mixing all these ingredients into something delicious they can get right in there with those tiny little hands of theirs. Once everything has been mixed properly place each batter onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper—you can use two trays if necessary—and pop those babies into an oven preheated at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes until golden browned around the edges.”

Build A Fort Out Of Pillows And Blankets

Toddlers love to hide and play, so this activity is sure to be a hit with your little one! It will also help them develop their fine motor skills as they learn how to build it up and take apart the “furniture” inside.

Plus, if you have multiple children at home who aren’t old enough to play by themselves yet but still want attention, this activity is a great way for them all to interact together in an age-appropriate way.

You can encourage even more social interaction by starting by building a fort together before letting your toddler do it himself (or herself). This gives him or her an opportunity for bonding time with Mom/Dad while also giving him/her some independence in choosing what goes into the construction zone – helping build his/her self-esteem!

Complete A Puzzle

Puzzles are great for toddlers because they help them develop hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills, as well as improve their fine motor skills.

Toddlers also get to practice putting things together, which is essential for their future success in life.

Puzzles should be both age-appropriate and challenging enough to be fun but not so difficult that there’s no chance of success. The puzzle should also match the child’s ability level, so if you’re a first-time parent with a new baby, don’t go out and buy a 3D jigsaw puzzle unless you want your kid sitting there staring at it in frustration while his heart beats faster than normal (like mine did while I was trying to put together an 848 piece Mona Lisa).

The same goes for size: if your toddler starts throwing pieces around the house or stepping on them barefoot then maybe lay off on those giant floor puzzles until he grows out of his destructive phase (which will happen soon enough!). Puzzles shouldn’t be too busy either—just like with other toys, less is more when it comes to toddlers.”

Simple Activities You Can Do With Your Toddler At Home

There are plenty of simple activities you can do with your toddler at home! These activities can be done in the living room,

kitchen, or bedroom. You can do these activities with your toddler or with other toddlers, and also had fun doing them alone or with other adults.

Parents need to realize that each child is different and has his or her abilities when it comes to learning new things. Some children may pick up a new skill faster than others, but this does not mean that those who learn slower aren’t smart enough to learn it later on.

Conclusion

When you have a toddler, finding someone to take care of them while you’re away can be challenging. So instead of hiring a babysitter or sending them with a friend who doesn’t mind watching the kids, stay home and try some fun activities! We hope these tips help parents find fun things they can do with their toddlers at home. Happy toddler time!