{"id":59640,"date":"2020-03-16T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-03-16T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/59640\/the-10-best-indoor-games-for-quarantined-kids-and-families"},"modified":"2023-05-15T09:20:29","modified_gmt":"2023-05-15T09:20:29","slug":"the-10-best-indoor-games-for-quarantined-kids-and-families","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/59640\/the-10-best-indoor-games-for-quarantined-kids-and-families\/","title":{"rendered":"The 10 Best Indoor Games For Quarantined Kids And Families"},"content":{"rendered":"In an effort to make the next couple of…days? weeks? a little easier on Lebanese parents, we’ve compiled a list of simple, kid-friendly activities that will keep your kids entertained whether you’re stocked up on crafting supplies or not!


1. Stage an impromptu concert<\/b>

Have the kids practice their favorite song or dance and then ask them to perform it in front of the family in a post-dinner talent show.


2. Plan a scavenger hunt<\/b>

Layout some clues to hidden treasures around the house to keep kids busy. You can copy this one<\/a>.


3. Have a board game night<\/b>



A tried and true family favorite, getting a little competition for a few hours will keep boredom at bay.


4. Dig up some of those activity books<\/b>

Have a few puzzles or coloring books laying around you usually reserve for family road trips? Now’s the time to break them out.


5. Decorate cardboard boxes<\/b>



Let kids color or paint any leftover boxes you have laying around for hours of fun.


6. Print out coloring pages<\/b>

Low on crafting supplies? No worries. There are plenty of free printable coloring pages online. Check out this one.<\/a>


7. Put on a play<\/b>

Have your kids create and perform their own creation. Don’t forget to dip into the costume box!


8. Stage a puppet show<\/b>



Whether you already have puppets or need to make them from brown paper bags, it’s easy to get the kiddos involved in this hands-on activity.


9. Introduce your kids to yoga or meditation<\/b>