Toy Story 5 has encouraged more kids to put their screens away and get stuck into some more hands-on crafts and games – here’s the 6 best ones to try this summer holiday
This summer has seen Toy Story 5 become one of the highest-grossing films of the year, as families flock to see the latest adventures of Woody, Buzz and the gang. This time around though, the film has a deeper message than what toys get up to when we’re not looking; they’re tackling the rise of ipads and screen time. And it seems to be working.
Ever since the film came out, families have reported spending more and more time on physical, fun activities that they can do together, with not a screen in sight, especially now the school holidays are in full swing. So if you’re searching for hands-on, creative fun that you can have with your little ones this summer, here are some of our top picks that’ll keep them busy and, most importantly, off their screens.
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Colour-In Cardboard Ice Cream Van – was £25, now £12.50
Colouring in is one of the most fun and simple ways to build those creative skills, but if you’re running out of paper or want something a little more interactive than a colouring book, this colour-in ice cream van is ideal. Not only can they colour it in exactly as they’d like, but it doubles as a play house that they can climb in and out of for endless playtime.
3000 Arts and Crafts Supplies for Kids – was £21.99, now £18.69
Running low on craft materials? This gigantic set of 3000 arts and crafts supplies has everything you could possibly need to get stuck into a creative afternoon. There’s pipe cleaners, beads, feathers, coloured paper, stickers, string, pom poms and more, all contained within a handy storage box that makes it easy to organise.
Gruffalo Colouring Bundle – £10
Another great way to keep colouring contained whilst still offering hours of fun is this Gruffalo adventure set. It contains a large colouring pad, masks to make and decorate, and playful challenges that spark imagination and creativity, and comes with a set of Crayola pens and crayons.
Cricut Maker 4 + Everything Bundle – £399.99
Nothing will step up your kids’ crafting quite like a Cricut machine, which lets you make everything from personalised stickers, to tote bags, T-shirts, cards and more. The bundle comes with the Cricut Maker 4 machine, 300+ different materials, and a free month trial of the Cricut Access for even more inspiration.
Eatsleepdoodle Fairytale & Legends Colouring Bear – £24.95
Let kids create a unique cuddly toy of their own with this colouring bear that’s specially designed for doodling all over. It can be drawn and coloured all over it by using the wash-out pens that are included, then when they want to start again just pop the teddy in the wash and start again.
Style 4 Ever Scrapbooking 3 in 1 Station – £18
Great for older kids aged six and up, they can design unique scrapbooks and customise their favourite accessories with this complete crafting kit with over 150 extras including stickers, paper, gems, stencils and markers.
