Pandemic parenting is starting to get tiresome for kids and parents. It’s not easy to keep these kids entertained while you’re stuck at home for months on end! Today we’re featuring some unique hobbies that kids of all ages will enjoy while you’re stuck at home.
Whether you’re looking to keep the teenagers out of your hair about visiting their friends or toddlers busy so that you can get a little rest from the incessant “I’m bored” screams, these hobbies will keep your kids occupied so you can get a little break from the world of pandemic parenting.

Jigsaw Puzzles
This old school way of being entertained is making a comeback with this pandemic! There are so many jigsaw puzzles you can purchase to stock up on this hobby to keep kids occupied while stuck at home.
Consider large puzzle pieces for younger children and smaller, larger count puzzles for the older children. This can serve a dual purpose of family bonding plus occupying kids!
Bird Watching
One may think that bird watching is an old person’s hobby but it doesn’t have to be! Get your kids some binoculars, and have them make their own bird feeder to place in the backyard. Sit at the window watching the variety of local bird species fly in to eat.
This is a fun activity for siblings of all ages to enjoy together to stay occupied while stuck at home during the pandemic.

Coloring Books
You can easily create your own coloring book using free printable coloring pages off the internet. This is a fabulous way to keep both toddlers and teenagers busy while you’re stuck at home.
Gather up the crayons, markers, and colored pencils as you have each kid create their own coloring book for hours of coloring fun.
Competitive Video Games
This whole pandemic parenting gig has opened many eyes to the idea that video games can be fun and educational for kids. Consider getting out some of your competitive video games and have the siblings play together for a fun-filled tournament at home.
This hobby to keep kids occupied while stuck at home can transform into a family game night for hours of family bonding fun.

Craft Creations
Consider creating a list of fun craft projects that you find on Pinterest. These craft projects should be ideas that you can create using supplies at home to remain within your household budget. Kids can make crafts for future holiday gift-giving or bedroom décor items.
Crafts are fun for all ages and will help you give your kids something to do after being stuck at home for months.
These are just some of the best hobbies to keep kids occupied while stuck at home. With the idea that remote learning may be in full swing again this school season, it’s important parents have a variety of ideas to keep kids occupied during this pandemic.