Activities – The Parent's Play Book

Weekend projects

A simple way to make treasure hunts more interesting and last longer.

by The Parent's Play Book

in February 12, 2026

After school activities

Take turns shooting a ball into the basket from different distances.

by The Parent's Play Book

in February 12, 2026

Quick wins

Some quick maths, disguised as a fun card game.

by The Parent's Play Book

in February 12, 2026

Weekend projects

Quick to make and ideal for playing with younger children.

by The Parent's Play Book

in January 23, 2026

After school activities

You can talk through moves, support their learning, and still play properly without having to hold back.

by The Parent's Play Book

in January 23, 2026

Quick wins

A simple pen and paper game for two players.

by The Parent's Play Book

in January 23, 2026

Weekend projects

This only takes a few minutes to set up and can spark hours of creative play.

by The Parent's Play Book

in December 12, 2025

After school activities

An absolute classic and all you need is a pen and paper.

by The Parent's Play Book

in December 12, 2025

Quick wins

Originating in China over 2,000 years ago – Rock, Paper, Scissors is a brilliant way to help children …

by The Parent's Play Book

in December 12, 2025

Weekend projects

Make your own birdfeeders.

by The Parent's Play Book

in November 27, 2025

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Category: Activities

Codebreaker treasure hunt

Laundry BASEketball

Blackjack

Make your own charades

Play Chess on the same team (against the computer)

Dots & Boxes

Brew potions

Battleships

Play Rock, Paper, Scissors to get more comfortable with losing

Feed the birds

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Codebreaker treasure hunt

Laundry BASEketball

Blackjack

Three for Thursday