Busy bags for older kids

Busy boxes and activities to keep older kids busy while you are nursing a new baby or need a few minutes to get something done uninterrupted.

Tablets and Laptops banned from the plane? Don't panic! Use our list of great kids activities for the plane instead!

Use homeschool busy bags (Montessori busy bags) in your homeschooling summer schedule, regular school schedule, for children's learning activities and play ideas, or the I'm bored what should I do ideas. You can even make busy bags for church kids' classes or use them for fun first day of homeschool ideas!

How do you keep a K-2nd grader busy while you homeschool the older children? Busy boxes have been a great answer in our homeschool!

These brillant (not to mention cheap and easy) dollar store busy boxes will keep your kids learning, excited and engaged when school is out.

Perfect busy bags for long car rides and trips! Great quiet time activities for preschoolers. #HowWeeLearn #busybags #quiettime #preschoolactivities #travelwithkids #travellingwithkids #parenting #parentingtips

Toddler busy bags for traveling are an essential on our packing list when going anywhere. It keeps our toddler entertained when needed.

Do you have a kid who has a hard time sitting still or doesn't like movies? Me too. I've got you covered for your plane ride. Here are all the specific activities and snacks I pack in our carry ons for my three wiggle worms, plus some tips so you don't have to buy new… Read More Binder of activities for kids on the plane

Heading to church, on a trip or anywhere you need to keep kids (somewhat) quiet? 20+ busy bag ideas perfect for keeping little hands and minds engaged.

When we lived in Germany, I used to make busy bags for Blue Rock. He was younger then but they were great on car rides and vacations. It's been a while since I've made one. A few weeks ago, one of our homeschool co-ops had a busy bag exchange for different age groups. I decided to participate. Sadly, we missed the play-date since it was on the day of my grandmother's funeral. However, we were still able to share our bags and exchanged them with others. I made 6 bags and got 6 bags. Here are…