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52 Things to Do With Toddlers at Home

Updated January 12, 2023

These easy toddler activities will provide you with inspiration for keeping that bundle of energy entertained at home after you feel like you’ve run out of ideas. The good news is that even though our tots are always on the go, they are also captivated by the simplest things. So, it's not hard to come up with ways to keep toddlers busy - it's just that keeping up with them is another matter entirely!

What are your go-to ideas for keeping your toddler entertained at home? Share them below so we can add them to the list, and find more inspiration for all ages on our list of indoor activities for kids!

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Pull Toys Around the House

Alexandra F. said: Find a piece of string or yarn, tie it around any of your toddler’s toys and have them “walk” the toy around the house.

Play with Stuffed Animals

Alexandra F. said: Use dolls or stuffed animals to act out “doing” things around the house, like playing with your toddler’s toys, climbing on a chair, looking out the window - really, anything! If you’re getting ready for potty training, have your toddler help all the stuffed animals use the potty, keeping her busy and getting her used to the potty at the same time.

Hide Behind a Curtain

Alexandra F. said: And play peek-a-boo! Toddlers love to hide in curtains and have you find them, or to have you hide and surprise them with a “boo!”

Hide and Seek

Alexandra F. said: This classic kids game is especially well suited for playing inside with toddlers and preschoolers, as you can control the environment a bit more than when you are in a larger outdoor space. And, toddlers love the thrill of finding, and being found!

Have a Puppet Show

Alexandra F. said: Break out the puppets, stuffed animals or favorite dolls and act out a classic picture book or nursery rhyme. Or follow along as your toddler makes up her own story!

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Mess Free Coloring

Alexandra F. said: We love our Melissa & Doug Water Wow coloring books, and there are lots of other similar products available to keep toddlers busy at home. It's fun to see the colors appear with just a little water, and you don't need to worry about getting paint or marker everywhere. These are great travel toys, too.