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Book Details

Publisher:Gale Cengage
Published:1968
Pages:61
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1684376424

Reading Info

Age Range:4-10

About This Book

The ultimate boredom buster! From the brand behind America's #1 most-read children's magazine, the Highlights Book of Things to Do is the essential book of pure creativity and inspiration, filled with over 500 screen-free things to do with kids. Built for indoor, outdoor and everywhere fun, this activity book is filled with 372 pages of things to do, write, craft, imagine, draw and even taste β€” all expertly curated by Highlights editors. The Highlights Book of Things to Do will sharpen kids’ pro

Our Review

This comprehensive activity collection delivers exactly what busy parents need: 500+ screen-free ideas for creative play, imaginative crafts, and hands-on adventures. The expertly curated pages guide children through writing prompts, drawing challenges, science experiments, and even simple recipes, making it a versatile resource for indoor days, outdoor exploration, and everything in between. With 372 pages of developmentally appropriate content, this book transforms "I'm bored" into opportunities for artistic expression and discovery. The activities are thoughtfully designed to build critical thinking skills while keeping children genuinely engaged.

What sets this collection apart is its remarkable rangeβ€”from quick five-minute crafts to more involved projects that can fill an entire afternoon. Children who love building, creating, and problem-solving will find endless inspiration here, while parents will appreciate how the activities naturally develop observation skills and persistence. The clean layout and clear instructions empower kids to work independently, building confidence as they complete challenges. This becomes more than just an activity book; it's a toolkit for cultivating curiosity and creative thinking that children will return to again and again.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction