Rainy-day ideas that do not involve another screen
Looking for simple ways to keep the kids busy when we are stuck inside. Nothing that needs a cart full of supplies. What actually holds their attention for more than ten minutes?
Firelands CurrentFriday, October 9, 2026News from Sandusky and the Firelands
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Sign inMarge H., Oct 9, 2026, 12:56 AM
Give them a cardboard box and ask them to build a town. Mine always spent longer arguing about where the roads went than doing the actual building.
Tasha R., Oct 9, 2026, 1:26 AM
Oh we have SO many boxes in the garage. Trying this.
Dave K., Oct 9, 2026, 1:56 AM
A treasure hunt with handwritten clues. Keep the first few easy so they get into it. You do not need a prize bigger than choosing dinner.
Lena O., Oct 9, 2026, 2:26 AM
Careful, you're going to be eating pizza all week 😂