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The Highlights Book of Things to Do: Ultimate Kids Activity Book with Over 500 Screen-Free Activities, Brain Teasers, Recipes, Crafts and More for Endless Imaginative Play

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The ultimate boredom buster! From the brand behind America's 1 most-read children's magazine, the Highlights Book of Things to Do is the essential book of pure creativity and inspiration, filled with over 500 things for kids to do when bored. Built for indoor, outdoor and everywhere fun, this kids activity book is filled with 372 pages of things to do, write, craft, imagine, draw and even taste — all expertly curated by Highlights editors. The Highlights Book of Things to Do will sharpen kids’ problem-solving skills, foster imagination and unlock new interests while providing screen-free play for summer breaks, rainy days and more. With sturdy hardcover binding and a ribbon bookmark, this deluxe activity book is a perfect gift to help kids ages 7 and up stay curious and explore. This highly visual, hands-on activity book is made to inspire curiosity in science, nature, art and more subjects. Organized by interest and covering all aspects of childhood, chapters and activities include: Things to Do in the Kitchen: Plant What You Eat, Birthday Treats for Pets, Make Rock CandyThings to do with Your Brain: Brain Teasers, Magic Tricks, Tongue TwistersThings to Build: A Box Kite, A Confetti Cannon, A Chain Reaction MachineScience Experiments to Do: Construct a Water Clock, Make a Lava Lamp, Make a Lemon Battery In addition to the thinking and playing activities, a chapter dedicated to emotions and character development will empower kids to develop positive mindsets and make a difference in others’ lives. Over 120,000 copies sold! The Highlights Book of Things to Do is the winner of the 2020 National Parenting Seal of Approval, National Parenting Product Award (NAPPA) and Mom's Choice Award, Gold. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Highlights Press


Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 22, 2020


Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 372 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1684376424


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 21


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.06 pounds


Reading age ‏ : ‎ 6 - 10 years, from customers


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.88 x 1.34 x 10.31 inches


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Worth it
Format: Hardcover
It's been so much fun
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2025 by Amazon Customer

  • Ideas for all four seasons
Format: Hardcover
Seasons are changing. It’s going to get cold. This is the perfect book actually for winter spring summer or fall plenty of extraordinary ideas and then some ordinary ones that you forgot about.
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2025 by DIANN FRANCHINA-SOLOMON

  • 7 year old loves it
Format: Hardcover
Purchased as a gift for 7 year old girl. She loved it. Is full of wonderful ideas to keep busy. Fun and educational.
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2025 by Amazon Customer

  • Excited to give at Christmas
Format: Hardcover
I thought this was going to be comparable to a Highlights magazine. It is so much more. It is bigger, has more pages, and a hardcover.
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2025 by Kristin T.

  • Awesome book but cover damaged
Format: Hardcover
The book is really awesome but the cover was delivered damaged.
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2024 by Coal Coal

  • Fun for the whole fam!
Format: Hardcover
The To-Do Book is not just a productivity tool—it’s a gentle guide to help you organize your life while caring for your mental and emotional well-being. As someone who juggles a million tasks (hello, parenting, work, and everything in between), this book has been a breath of fresh air.
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2025 by Amazon Customer

  • Great book for "bored" kiddos
Format: Hardcover
If your kids are always "bored" this book has so many things to keep them busy they will find many that will keep their interest.
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2025 by Emi J

  • No boredom here
Format: Hardcover
I really like that it sorts it by type of activity, like writing, drawing, doing...
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2025 by Leslie

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