The Highlights Book of Things to Do
Banish boredom with hundreds of fun things to do! This award-winning activity book is filled with over 500 tech-free ideas for experiments, crafts, games, recipes and more activities that will inspire curiosity and spark creativity in kids ages 7+.
What’s Inside
The 372-page Highlights Book of Things to Do is organized by interest and covers all aspects of childhood. Chapters include:
• Things to Do Inside
• Things to Do Outside
• Things to Do in the Kitchen
• Things to Draw
• Things to Write
• Things to Do with Your Brain
• Things to Do with Color
• Things to Do with Paper
• Things to Build
• Things to Do with Recycled Material
• Do Great Things
Features Kids Love
brain-boosting fun
This book is brimming with over 500 screen-free activities for kids, from building campfires and connecting circuits, to playing jump rope, drawing maps, writing letters and more!
new interests to explore
The more kids know; the more they can grow! The variety of fun kids activities in this book will help young explorers discover new skills and interests, encouraging them to be lifelong learners.
positivity + empowerment
In addition to the thinking and playing activities, a chapter dedicated to emotions and character development will empower kids to develop positive mindsets and make a difference in others’ lives.
Benefits Parents Can Count On
character-building activities
Helps kids grow into their best selves! Activities in the Highlights Book of Things to Do will Inspire kids to become caring individuals, confident problem solvers and thoughtful people who can change the world.
opportunities for independent play
Easy-to-follow, kid-friendly instructions and simple materials allow kids to play and explore independently. Every finished activity gives kids a sense of accomplishment and encourages them to try new things!
skill-boosting STEAM learning
As they explore and play, kids will apply methods of critical thinking, physics, chemistry, mathematics, engineering and the arts — all in exciting ways that don't feel like homework.
award-winning content
Curated by the childhood experts at Highlights, this book is the winner of the 2020 National Parenting Seal of Approval, National Parenting Product Award and Mom's Choice Award, Gold.
See What Families Are Saying
"I gave this book to my three grandchildren as a family gift. They all like it and each of them has found projects that they want to work on. They range in age from 8 -12 years."
– Phyllis S.
"This was very special and put the little creative mind to work, which is exactly what I hoped for. It also created interaction between us thinking about each of the things to do. Looking forward to going through the entire book and doing many of them. A great way to stimulate a young mind and "outside the box" thinking."
– Wayne G.
"I actually got this book for my seventeen year old daughter. She is always saying "so...what should we do?", and this book is loaded with things to do. This book will be fun for all ages! This book keeps your mind stimulated with project after project."
– Jamie M.
"We are fostering scientific discovery and independence in our 4 year old and this book hits the nail on the head for both. She often grabs the book to do another "experiment". As a science professor this makes me happy. Thanks, Highlights!"
– Cory B.
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