Children being cooped up in the house is bound to lead to cries of "I'm bored" before long, but there are plenty of fun crafts and activities you can do to keep those kiddos entertained.
Most of these activities can be accomplished with items found around the house so you don't have to battle the grocery story lines to have a little fun.
Create your own toy parachute using a a plastic grocery bag, a paper cup and some yarn.
With a balloon, yarn, a straw and some tape you can make a balloon rocket.
Make a salt painting using construction paper, salt, glue and watercolors.
Create your own tap shoes using pennies.
Make your own play-dough that smells absolutely yummy.
With some isopropyl alcohol, salt and some sharpies you can create some fun new watercolor paintings.
Old t-shirts can make great colorful friendship bracelets with some quick braids ad a small rubber band.
Borax, water and food coloring can be used to make your own beautiful geodes.
Have an empty water bottle, some glue and a lot of glitter? Make this calm down sensory bottle for your children to enjoy!
If you have three metal book rings, a hole punch and come cardstock, you can make a Funny Face Flip Book.
Paper plates, a little paint and either cardstock or streamers can make a dull day full of rainbows and sunshine.
Need something to do with all those empty toilet paper rolls? Use some paint or washi tape to turn them into phone holders, pen organizers, or even eyeglass cases.
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