FOR AGES 3 YEARS TO 8 YEARS
At Kidadl we pride ourselves on offering families original ideas to make the most of time spent together at home or out and about, wherever you are in the world. We strive to recommend the very best things that are suggested by our community and are things we would do ourselves - our aim is to be the trusted friend to parents.
We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
Kidadl cannot accept liability for the execution of these ideas, and parental supervision is advised at all times, as safety is paramount. Anyone using the information provided by Kidadl does so at their own risk and we can not accept liability if things go wrong.
When the weather isn't great and you are stuck inside, it can sometimes be difficult to find things to do or toys to play with that can keep everyone entertained and occupied.
Children's activity books are a great remedy for this, however, as they came in such a huge variety of formats and cover a broad range of topics and interests. If you always have an activity book to hand, you can make sure that there'll be a way to keep your kids busy whilst still developing their skills and learning something new.
One thing that is so great about activity books is that they don't just have to stay at home and are an easy item to pack to give kids something to do when travelling, on holiday or to supplement other daytime activities. We have rounded up our pick of the best that are available online so that all you have to worry about is which activity book to choose.
For other indoor time activities which are fun and educational, take a look at our selection of the best STEM toys for kids of all ages, and the best coding books for kids.
This makes our top spot on the list as it is not just an activity book but a complete learning system that brings them to life. There is certainly a higher initial investment for this choice but once purchased, there is an entire range of replayable Leapfrog activity books that are compatible with it. These books cover a variety of different topics and some are even themed to favourite children's' shows such as Paw Patrol.
Where's Wally? books are absolute classics, having sold 72 million copies and kept children and adults entertained for hours. This activity book not only includes the well-known Wally searches but also features puzzles, games and activities that the whole family can take part in. It even has a fold-out board game for added family fun.
Activity books for toddlers are a great way to help them develop gross motor skills and start to recognise and recall things such as colours, shapes, numbers and animals. This large, soft fabric book is designed for a child to engage in quiet yet visually stimulating tasks through moving and manipulating the parts.
Reusable activity books for kids are great to get hold of as they offer hours of entertainment and can be used time and time again. This book features dry wipe pages of simple line tracing, mazes, puzzles and drawing activities so there's plenty for your young child to like.
Another option for the younger members of your family, this is one of many activity books for 5-year-olds that has a science theme and a whole host of things to do including dot-to-dot, spot tasks, doodling, mazes and stickers. It's a great way for kids to improve their attention span whilst learning about space.
If you are looking for activity books for 6-year-olds and over, this tearaway pad takes playing games off the screen and back to basics, requiring only a pencil to use. It features many traditional and well-loved paper pastimes that children can play together or against other family members.
When most people think about activity books for kids, they probably think of those that are full of puzzles and crafts or designed for academic learning but this exercise book focuses on the mental health of your child and encourages them to work through their feelings of anxiety, worry, sadness and stress in a safe, healthy way.
Arts and crafts are a great way to get kids whiling away the hours doing something a little bit different. This fun-filled artbook option contains 25 paper crafts including origami, fortune tellers and 'make your own' ideas to keep things fresh.
If your kids are fascinated by science and engineering them this book choice can help introduce them to new and exciting theories and concept. This one is a great choice in particular for helping introduce STEM exercises in a fun way and encouraging children to get thinking and experimenting.
There is something about sticker books that is just instantly appealing and this reusable sticker pad book is sure to pique the interest of your child. This fun and colourful pad will help encourage creative imagination and the discovery of habitats while kids make creative scenes. As the stickers peel off and can be repositioned, kids don't have to just make one picture; they can let their creativity run as wild as they like.
This beautiful colouring book marries Disney and art to create wonderfully drawn illustrations that your kids can have fun adding their own flair to. As the drawings are quite detailed, they are an excellent way for older children to practice fine motor skills and keep inside the lines. In addition, this choice will help them to explore their creativity with things like colour, shading and blending.
Last but by no means least, this bumper puzzle book is packed one after the other full of brain-teasing activities, mazes, pictures puzzles and more to keep boredom at bay and get your kids thinking whilst still having fun. Best suited to 4 - 6-year-olds, this book is one to break out at any time.
Our best buys have been selected from the most highly reviewed and recommended products we found across the web and include options for families of all ages. If you have invested in a range of books and now need somewhere to store them, why not take a look at out our 10 Best Kids' Bookcases For Any Space? If you are looking for ways to keep your kids entertained in the garden instead, then our 12 Best Kids' Garden Toys The Whole Family Will Love is definitely worth a read too.
Read The Disclaimer
At Kidadl we pride ourselves on offering families original ideas to make the most of time spent together at home or out and about, wherever you are in the world. We strive to recommend the very best things that are suggested by our community and are things we would do ourselves - our aim is to be the trusted friend to parents.
We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
Kidadl cannot accept liability for the execution of these ideas, and parental supervision is advised at all times, as safety is paramount. Anyone using the information provided by Kidadl does so at their own risk and we can not accept liability if things go wrong.
Kidadl is independent and to make our service free to you the reader we are supported by advertising.
We hope you love our recommendations for products and services! What we suggest is selected independently by the Kidadl team. If you purchase using the buy now button we may earn a small commission. This does not influence our choices. Please note: prices are correct and items are available at the time the article was published.
Kidadl has a number of affiliate partners that we work with including Amazon. Please note that Kidadl is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.
We also link to other websites, but are not responsible for their content.
Was this article helpful?
We’ll send you tons of inspiration to help you find a hidden gem in your local area or plan a big day out.
Check your inbox for your latest news from us. You have subscribed to:
Remember that you can always manage your preferences or unsubscribe through the link at the foot of each newsletter.