Boredom Buster Activities for Kids

Tired of hearing your kids say “I’m bored!” Want a few fun activities in your arsenal to combat the rainy day “blahs”? We hear ya, mama. It’s hard to keep the kids entertained, especially during school breaks.

Boredom buster activities: fun stuff for whenever you hear the kids say, "Mom, I'm bored!"

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If you’re in need of some kid-friendly, educational and just plain fun inspiration, look no further! We’ve put together this fun list of more than 20 boredom buster activities that your kids are going to love. From cute crafts to activities that will get them moving, your kids will never again say the b-word!

Boredom Buster Activities for Kids

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Sequined Milk Jug Bird Feeder

Close up of Galaxy Jars with silver lids.

Galaxy in a Jar | Juggling Act Mama

Square view of Personalized Cell Phone Cases on a tabletop.

Design Your Own Phone Case | Juggling Act Mama

Canvas String Art Graffiti can be done with spray paint, or washable paint daubers

Canvas String Art Graffiti | Juggling Act Mama

Easy DIY Chalk Paint #hellosummerfun

DIY Chalk Paint | Juggling Act Mama

Wow your kids with Epsom Salt Painting! {They'll love the crystals that form as the paint dries.}

Epsom Salt Painting | One Creative Mommy for Juggling Act Mama

Stained Glass Butterflies | Juggling Act Mama

Shaving Cream Painting tutorial

Shaving Cream Painting | Juggling Act Mama

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Minion Clothespin Craft for Kids | Glue Sticks & Gumdrops

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Easy DIY Puppet Theater from a Cardboard Box | Playtivities

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Cupcake Playdough Kit | Mama Papa Bubba

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Which of these activities or crafts will your kids be most excited about?

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