DealDash’s Screen-Free Activities for Summer Break

Are your kids ready to be done with school for the year? I bet they are! Let’s try to come up with some fun screen-free activities for the kids.

The school year’s done, backpacks have been tossed in closets, and the sweet taste of summer freedom is finally here! But if your house is anything like mine, that excitement lasts about…three days. Then come the dreaded words: “I’m bored!”, usually while holding a remote or game controller. DealDash has your back with a list of easy, screen-free activities to help your kiddos dive into summer break in the best way, with creativity, fresh air, and lots of good old-fashioned fun.

Screen-Free Backyard Adventures

First, off, you don’t need a big vacation to spark big fun. Turn your own backyard into the ultimate summer playground for backyard adventures!

• Water Balloon Piñatas – Fill water balloons, hang them from a string, and let the kids take turns busting them open.
• Bug Hunt or Nature Scavenger Hunt – Make a list of things to find (like a pinecone, a feather, or something yellow) and set them loose to explore.
• DIY Obstacle Course – Use pool noodles, jump ropes, sidewalk chalk, and whatever you have around. Let the kids design it themselves!
• Backyard Camping – Pitch a tent or build a blanket fort on the porch. Add flashlights, books, and a late-night snack for an easy “campout.”

Creative Screen-Free Fun Indoors

Next, up, rainy day? No problem! These indoor projects keep little hands busy and imaginations running wild. Also, no screens needed!

• Cardboard Creations – Let them build castles, rocket ships, or pet houses from leftover boxes. Add markers, tape, and even stickers for flair!
• Make Your Own Board Game – First, fold a sheet of poster board, then draw spaces, next write fun challenges (“Sing a song!” or “Do 5 jumping jacks!”), and last – play together.
• Cooking with Kids – Make homemade pizza, fruit kabobs, or “snack mix stations” where everyone builds their own custom trail mix.
• DIY Tie-Dye – T-shirts, tote bags, or even old pillowcases get a colorful makeover with a simple tie-dye kit. Then, wear your creations together for added fun!

Chill Activities for Quiet Mornings or Wind-Down Time

Need something mellow to fill those early hours or post-dinner calm? These screen-free ideas are perfect for low-key days.

• Reading Picnic – Grab a blanket and a stack of books and read together outside. Add lemonade and you’re golden.
• Puzzle Time – Set out a 500-piece puzzle on the dining table and work on it a little each day as a family project. My daughter and I have been doing this the past few weeks, we have gotten through a couple of puzzles so far!
• DIY Journals or Summer Scrapbooks – Let each child decorate a notebook and fill it with memories, drawings, or ticket stubs all summer long.
• Family Bingo – Create a bingo board filled with summer challenges: “Pick wildflowers,” “Try a new food,” “Have a dance party,” and see who gets bingo first.

DealDash Has Toys and Games for the Whole Family

Finally, if you are as excited about a screen-free summer as I am, then you will want to be sure to check out what DealDash has up for bid today. I’m sure that your kids would love a new Lego set to put together this summer. It’s something that’s not only fun to put together, but can also be a decoration for their room when it is completed. If you liked the idea of doing a few puzzles with the family this summer, you should check DealDash! Not only will you find games and puzzles, you will also find a really cool puzzle board – check it out!

Thanks for Reading

Screens are great in moderation, but some of the best summer memories happen when we put the devices down and get a little creative. These screen-free activities are easy to start, don’t require a lot of prep, and can help your family ease into summer break with connection, laughter, and plenty of sunshine. Thanks so much for reading, and happy bidding everyone!

This sponsored DealDash blog article was written by Dawn E, a mother of 3 who loves DealDash. Dawn was compensated for writing this article. Check out Dawn and her cats on Instagram! This blog is written by real DealDash customers. The opinions and advice shared here represent our customers’ views and not those of the company.