Sometimes you just need a minute to yourself, to get some things done. Preschool Activities That Are Quick To Set Up are the perfect solution! They will buy you a little quiet time, even if it’s just thirty minutes.
I read once that having a house with kids is like always living in the lobby of your college dorm, and I can totally see that! Use these activities to steal a little time to yourself (clean, get some work done, or just relax!).
Lego Preschool Activities
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Legos are basically a childhood staple! They allow children to be creative and have hours of imaginative play. Grab your buckets of Legos and try out these fun ideas:
Let your kids go crazy with any of these 20+ Activities To Build Legos. They will certainly keep a child busy!
Your children can be engineers with these Goldiblox Building Kits idea shared with us by Your Modern Family. They come with plans, too!
Toilet Paper Roll Activities
The only thing I love more than a craft that can be made with things I already have around my house, is a craft made from recycled items!
Any of these ideas will let your child explore and play with their imaginations (or at least get you a few minutes to go to the bathroom alone. This post from Beauty Through Imperfection hits the nail on the head!
The best thing about making Toilet Roll Ninjas is that you get to play with them after!
Or, let them dress up with these Superhero Cuffs made from toilet paper rolls. Pair with a cape, and your kids are all set for 30 minutes of ‘pretend play’.
Make little vehicles like a Toilet Paper Roll Train Craft, or even this Airplane from Your Modern Family.
Be scientists! If you have a lot of toilet paper rolls, let your kids build this Dinosaur Skeleton, from Your Modern Family. Just print out a picture for them to copy!
Kids will love making a Toilet Paper Snake!
Pretend Play Activities
Pretend play isn’t just fun, it’s educational, allowing for children to observe the world around them and learn how it all works.
Making a Pretend City with Paper Bags is a kid’s dream come true (and I’m also talking about kids in their thirties, and beyond!). Grab a few trains or matchbox cars, a cheap shower curtain liner, and a Sharpie and Make a Racetrack with this idea from Your Modern Family. Your kids will love helping, but they will love playing with it even more!
Our kids love to use our DIY Water and Sand Table, also from Your Modern Family. Add some measuring cups, spoons, and straws into the fun! Kids can mix, pour, create, “make recipes” and more! In the winter, I keep this in our garage, because the cold weather isn’t going to stop our creative juices from flowing!
I would have loved this Dress Up Dolls Free Kids Printable when I was little. I think any child would love it, too!
Fine Motor Play
Your kids will be so busy having a blast with these fun ideas, that they won’t even realize they are working on something as important as their fine motor skills!
Fine Motor Play With Straws is easy to set up, and fun for the kids to play! If you have straws, you are all set!
When you’re finished with that, use those straws to Build a (Jumbo) Marshmallow Tower.
Beauty Through Imperfection‘s 3 Fun, Fall Busy Bags are perfect to make ahead and use during quiet time, Church, or other outings.
The Felt Face Game is perfect for Play Therapy. Learn more about that from Your Modern Family.
When you need an activity that is ready to go, you could always grab this Portable Felt Activity Binder. It’s perfect to use at home, or when you are going out!
This Early Math Lesson, from Beauty Through Imperfection, is so easy to put together! You just need mini pom poms and a muffin tin.
Creative Preschool Activities
Preschoolers are all about creativity! Nourish their enthusiasm for learning and creating with these fun ideas:
This DIY Invention Box, from Your Modern Family, is a huge hit in our house. We use this almost daily, and we just add little things to it whenever we see something that would be a great fit!
Make your own Abstract Coloring Pages for endless ways to color and create.
Help the apple of your eye make an Apple Out Of Paper with this craft from Beauty Through Imperfection.
Make a Fun Activity Box. This will entertain your preschoolers for hours!
Check out Beauty Through Imperfection‘s Closet Toys. They are sure to give you 30 minutes of uninterrupted playtime!
Give your kids this Quiet Book from The Realistic Mama, and let them decide what they are going to do. Without offering suggestions, just let them create.
My sister-in-law made Beauty Through Imperfection‘s Coloring Book With Our Pictures for me last Christmas, and the kids LOVED it! Make one for your kids, and it will keep them busy.
Free Printable Preschool Activities
You can always print out these 4 {Crazy} Funky Monster Coloring Pages . This is fun and keeps them busy!
Printable Animal Puzzles, from Itsy Bitsy Fun, are adorable, and perfect for your kiddos (they might need a little help at first, but then you can let them try it on their own!).
These File Folder Games, also from Itsy Bitsy Fun, are great, too. I used to use them all of the time when I was a teacher.
You can make your own 3D Shape Sorter, with this idea from The Realistic Mama, and let your kids play with it during their quiet time. Teach them a little Shape song (you can find many to choose from online)!
Print out a picture of your child and Let Your Child Color Themselves with this fun activity from Your Modern Family. Our kids like to turn themselves into Ninjas, or add cotton balls and turn themselves into Santa!
Play Recipes for Preschoolers
Kids just love Play Dough! It’s even more fun when you make your own.
I like to use this Edible Play Dough Recipe with Only 3 Ingredients because you know that even if they take a bite, it isn’t going to harm them.
I keep all of my play dough (even my Pumpkin Pie Scented Play Dough) in this Play Dough Box , from Your Modern Family.
Our Softest Play Dough Ever is something you shouldn’t miss!
Electronics Tips
While I do love to take an electronic break for a week, there are times when electronics come to the rescue! If I have an important phone call to make, or if I really need to get something done, I know that if used correctly, electronics can keep my children stimulated and learning for a limited period of time.
Here is a great list of Apps for Kids to get you started.
If you are looking for Educational Apps, I would go with these ones.
If you’re looking for kid-friendly Netflix Picks, check out this list from Your Modern Family. When you aren’t busy, make sure that you are keeping your kids engaged while they watch TV.
We all need quiet time now and then. Enjoy your quiet time, and when you are done, you will be more refreshed, and ready to play!
More Quick Setup Activities For Kids
Looking for more ways to keep the kids learning and stimulated when you are short on time? Check these out:
What is your favorite low-maintenance craft or activity to share with your kids? Comment below!
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