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Rain or Snow Day: Indoor Ideas for Toddlers

Indoor Play Activities for Toddlers When They Can't Go Outside

By Anu Kapur, Publisher, Lower Manhattan Macaroni KID & Upper West Side Macaroni KID February 18, 2023

Rain and cold weather keep the kids cooped up and antsy. The weather can be so unpredictable, keeping your little ones stuck inside! So, what can you do to keep your children entertained and learning when outdoor time isn’t an option? There are so many fun rain or snow day activities that you can create with items that are probably hanging around inside your closet or kitchen cabinet.




Homemade Playdough
Ball Maze
Bathtub Artist









Texture Explorations
Clay Play
Science at Home









Music Corner
Gardening
Cardboard Crafts









Bubble Wrap Crafts
Math Games
Exploring Space Through Art









Summer of Learning
Spooky Sensory Fun
3 Ingredient Slime











Paper Flower Garden
Ice Cream Cone Craft
Watermelon Paper Fan











Salt Painting
Cupcake Liner Butterflies
Paper Plate Suncatchers











Pumpkin Scented Playdough
Fall Leaves Turkey Craft