Games help a babysitter bond with the child. Hide and seek, eye spy, charades are fun games to try. Know more fun activities to do when babysitting like animal movements, lip-sync competition, and freeze dance.
Check if there are things the parents don’t want you to do too. Looking for babysitting games and activities? Try these indoor and outdoor games to entertain children and put them at ease when parents are away. Have a few prepared so you’ll engage the children. Some families want children to spend more time playing outdoors. Others might like you at home, keeping kids happy.
Fun babysitting activities for younger kids are board games and card games like Old Maid and Hearts. Toddlers enjoy playing by themselves. What should I do while babysitting? Here are suggestions: scavenger hunt with toys, visit local attractions, plan something active together like hiking or biking.
Need ideas on what’s fun? Communicate with the babysitter what the kids like to do – read, listen to music, play outside? It helps them bond during their time together.
What to do with a 2 year old when babysitting? Make patterns with blocks, roll a ball back and forth, play Simon Says. Have them pick a toy to play with if energetic. How do you babysit a teenager? Ask parents why their teen needs a babysitter and find the right balance between friend and babysitter. Stick with what works already. Communicate openly and find out what they like to do.
Indoor Activities
- Coloring
- Solving puzzles
- DIY greeting card for parents
- Bubbles
- Arts and Crafts
Outdoor Games
- Obstacle course
- Sack race
Maybe you had planned an outdoor game with the kids but the weather turns against you. Indoor activities like games and dance help to keep the children occupied.
As a babysitter, coming equipped with a list of ideas for your next babysitting job can make things much easier. Ask the parents: What do the kids like to do?
Babysitting requires patience and understanding the toddler’s difficult behavior and handling tantrums. Engage children in creative activities like making a DIY card or playing the sack race. Have a bubble maker for a simple yet enjoyable activity.
When I’m babysitting and say the word "brownies," it gets very exciting. I let them measure the ingredients, crack the eggs, hold the mixer, and best of all, lick the spoon!
Prepare for games like “123 redlight” or “Simon says” which can be enjoyed inside and outside, along with board games and passing the parcel. Include a goody bag for whoever wins as an incentive.
Remember, communication is key for a successful babysitting experience.