Fun, Educational Activities for In-Between Times

Have a handful of activities ready to keep the kids busy during phone calls, in waiting rooms, and more.

Folding origami and learning to tie useful knots are both activities that can fill some in between time. Biba Kayewich

Life is unpredictable. A simple chat with a friend on the phone can become a lengthy conversation. A neighbor may stop by unannounced. Or maybe you just need to take care of an essential task. How do you keep your kids actively engaged during these short breaks?

Gather educational goodies that your kids can work on independently, and keep them in a closet or up on a shelf so they’re ready for those in-between times. It’s a good rule of thumb to switch the activities every so often to keep your kids interested.