The nature of kids play has evolved tremendously to the point where parents can hardly get children to get involved in indoor games that has nothing to do with TV, electronics, or other gadgets. With kids home on the weekend or a wet rainy day, it can be a bit of a challenge to come up with game ideas to keep them constructive. Here are the best indoor games to keep kids active and happy without touching the TV remote or game controller.

Board game activities

A board game that involves the entire family provides an opportunity for kids and parents to get together and bond while having fun. Anyone of these promises to have the kids giggling with excitement and curiosity: Save the Princess, Candy Land, Guess Who, and Chess are fit for preschoolers and school-aged kids. Don’t forget a game of Nursery Rhymes! Teens and tweens may enjoy a game of Monopoly, Scrabble, Rush Hour, or Clue.