Here are 30 boredom busters for a child who often complains about being bored:

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1. Create a DIY craft project – Try making a bird feeder or paper plate masks.

2. Build a fort – Use blankets, cushions, and chairs to create a cozy hideaway.

3. Go on a nature walk – Explore the yard or a nearby park and collect interesting leaves or rocks.

4. Make a scavenger hunt – Create a list of things to find around the house or yard.

5. Bake cookies – Let the child help measure, mix, and decorate.

6. Try a puzzle – Work on a jigsaw puzzle together.

7. Make slime – Experiment with different types of slime (e.g., fluffy, stretchy, glittery).

8. Have a dance party – Play favorite songs and have a fun dance-off.

9. Learn a new card game – Teach them a simple card game like Go Fish or Crazy Eights.

10. Write a short story – Encourage them to create characters and settings for a fun tale.

11. Do an obstacle course – Set up an indoor or outdoor course with pillows, chairs, and toys.

12. Create a time capsule – Gather items and notes to bury or hide and revisit later.

13. Do a science experiment – Make a volcano erupt with baking soda and vinegar.

14. Try origami – Fold paper into fun shapes and creatures.

15. Have a movie marathon – Watch a series of their favorite movies or cartoons.

16. Make a scrapbook – Use photos, stickers, and drawings to create a memory book.

17. Try a new recipe – Make homemade pizza, sandwiches, or ice cream sundaes.

18. Write a letter to a friend – Have them write and decorate a letter to send.

19. Go on a virtual tour – Explore museums, zoos, or other places online.

20. Paint or color – Grab some paints or crayons and make a masterpiece.

21. Play with LEGOS – Build something imaginative, like a spaceship or castle.

22. Plant a garden – Try growing some easy-to-care-for plants or flowers.

23. Create a comic book – Draw pictures and write dialogue to tell a story.

24. Make friendship bracelets – Use beads or threads to create colorful accessories.

25. Set up a lemonade stand – Practice selling and interacting with neighbors or family.

26. Learn a magic trick – Watch videos on simple tricks and practice performing them.

27. Organize your toys – Turn tidying up into a game of sorting and arranging.

28. Do a karaoke session – Sing along to favorite songs with a pretend microphone.

29. Play hide and seek – Take turns hiding and searching around the house or yard.

30. Create a photo booth – Set up a corner with props and take fun pictures.

 

These "boredom busters" activities can keep a child engaged and entertained while also encouraging creativity, learning, and physical activity!