“Isn’t there something we can play indoors?” When it’s raining or you’re spending a day off at home, it can be surprisingly hard to come up with ideas once you actually decide to play.
So this time, we’re introducing indoor activities you can enjoy in the living room or any room at home.
From educational play that fosters learning to active games that get bodies moving, we’ve gathered fun ideas sure to bring smiles all around.
There are plenty of activities that parents and kids, friends, and even different generations can enjoy together, so feel free to check them out!
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- Indoor games for parents and children: fun activities that use the body and the mind
- [For Kids] Fun Indoor Game Ideas for After-School Day Services
- Fun Indoor Games for Elementary School Kids Without Any Equipment
- Get moving and have a blast! A collection of safe play ideas
- Games that get the whole family excited! A collection of ideas you can start right away with no equipment
- Play ideas kids can enjoy from 1st to 6th grade [indoors & outdoors]
- [For Kids] Indoor Fun! Large-Group Recreational Activities and Games
- Games and activities everyone can enjoy together. A collection of fun play ideas.
- Games you can do in 10 minutes: Ideas for fun activities indoors and outdoors
- Fun that’s a blast solo or in groups! A collection of game ideas even first graders can do.
Indoor activities you can do at home: from educational play to active games! Fun, smile-filled ideas (1–10)
Angel Clay
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Fluffy and springy! Here are some ideas for using Angel Clay.
Angel Clay is a type of lightweight clay known for its soft, fluffy feel and delightfully springy texture.
In recent years, it’s become easy to pick up at 100-yen shops, which is a nice bonus.
These ideas are perfect for kids who’ve grown tired of regular clay or for when you want to incorporate tactile play at home.
Of course, you can play with it using just your hands, but it’s also great to repurpose materials like plastic cups and straws.
Give it a try!
Sniper target shooting
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Let’s role-play and have fun! Here’s an idea for a sniper-style target game.
A sniper is apparently a soldier who shoots targets from a long distance using a gun and the like.
This time, let’s enjoy target practice at home while pretending to be a sniper! What you’ll need: paper cups, balloons, the cores from plastic wrap or similar rolls, scissors, vinyl tape, and aluminum foil.
Planning your strategy—like which angle to aim at the paper cup targets—sounds fun too, doesn’t it? It’s a unique idea that’s sure to get kids excited!
Trust Game
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Would you like to try the “Trust Game,” where balance is key? You don’t need any equipment, and you can play whenever the mood strikes.
First, everyone forms a circle and holds hands with the people next to them.
Lean your bodies backward, and on the count of “1-2-3,” everyone squats down at the same time.
If you can squat without losing your balance, you’ve succeeded.
If the balance of forces breaks and even one person loses their balance, it’s a fail—start over from the beginning.
This game gets harder as the number of players increases, but the joy of success is all the greater! Give it a try with everyone.
Have fun at home with plenty of room, even in a rental!
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Noise complaints and the difficulty of restoring a rental to its original condition are surprisingly common.
But asking kids to be quiet and not draw on the walls is tough, isn’t it? And of course, we still want them to have as much fun as possible indoors.
So this time, we’re introducing activities that kids can fully enjoy even in a rental.
It’s packed with handy items and eye-opening ideas, so feel free to use it as a reference.
Cushion-style trampolines and wall-mounted whiteboards can be found at online shops.
cat’s cradle
Let us introduce the classic traditional game, cat’s cradle.
There are two ways to play: solo cat’s cradle and two-person cat’s cradle.
If you’re playing alone, try challenging yourself to see how many moves you can string together in succession.
If you’re playing with two people, it works well to take turns after each figure.
Classics like the “broom” and the “ladder” are great to try.
Cat’s cradle is easy for anyone to pick up, and it helps develop concentration and spatial awareness.
Sticker making
We’ll show you how to make original stickers with a soft, squishy feel.
Prepare a clear file folder, a felt-tip pen, water-based color pens, the design illustration you want to use, and glue.
Place the design illustration under the clear file and color it in with the water-based pens.
Then drizzle glue over the top to trace the design and let it harden for a day.
Once it’s hardened, draw the outline with a felt-tip pen—and you’re done! This sticker-making activity is super popular with kids, so give it a try together.
Making bath bombs
You can make them yourself!? Here are some ideas for making bath bombs.
Bath bombs are items you enjoy in the bath, right? One of their charms is the variety—from fizzing types to ones that reveal a surprise toy inside.
This time, let’s try making your own original bath bombs.
You’ll need baking soda, citric acid, salt, food coloring, a plastic bag, water, plastic wrap, and a small toy you like.
Of course, a round shape works, but it could be fun to mold them into your favorite motifs, too.