Creative Ways to Amuse and Entertain Your Toddler - Relieve Boredom and Have Fun!

Relieve Boredom and Have Fun!

If your little one has worn out the toys, and needs a change of pace in his/her everyday life, here are 20 ideas for toddler fun! Enjoy!

1. Make Scratch 'n Sniff Watercolors

This is a great sensory activity. Try this recipe and let your child paint away! It'll make a great picture to send to the grandparents, aunt/uncle, or a teacher. Talk to him/her about the sense of smell and how each paint smells a little different. You might even find pictures of fruit for the child to color that correspond to the scent.

2. Plant Seeds

Have some pinto beans in your pantry? Just scoop up some dirt and put it in a disposable cup (or even a real cup), water it, and watch it sprout up over the next few days. Better yet, read Jack in the Beanstalk aloud to go along with the activity. Be sure to talk about what helps plants grow - water, sunlight, etc. You can plant any seeds of course, not just beans.

3. Write Your Child's Name in Whipped Cream

Just grab some wax paper, and some Reddi-Whip Whipped Cream (the kind that you squirt out) and write your child's name. You can also write out other words, print the ABC's, or draw smiley face's, etc. It's a great way for your child to learn letters and it's fun! He/she will enjoy cleaning it up too! Perhaps add some strawberries to cover with the whipped cream - it makes a great dessert!

4. Go On a Nature Walk

Even in the middle of a big city, you can go on a "nature walk". Point out the clouds, trees, grass, leaves, and be on the look out for birds, squirrels and more. Ask questions, such as "What color is the sky?", and "How many birds do you see?" Try to get the child as involved as possible. It's excellent exercise and educational as well!

5. Make Edible Playdough

If you're up for a mess, this is a wonderful activity! There are a variety of edible or safe-to-eat playdough recipes you can try. Here are a few to consider- just click on the names:

Peanut Butter Playdough
Kool Aid Playdough
Jello Playdough
Frosting Playdough
Chocolate Scented Playdough

If you don't feel like making a new recipe, good 'ole store bought play-doh is perfect too!

6. Make Homemade Finger-Paints