Staying home for many of us means coming up with lots of activities to keep kids busy [1]. According to Amazon's bestselling toys and games list, there are a ton of fun and engageing games [2], crafts, toys, and kits that parents are buying right now to keep their kids occupied. Whether you're looking for a game that you can play as a family, a science kit that can compliment their at-home learning, or something your child can play with or create independently, this list has it all.
Keep scrolling to see the 25 most popular toys and games parents are currently buying on Amazon.
Jenga Classic Game
Grab a Jenga Classic Game [4] ($10) for your kids ages 6 and up — it'll keep them busy and laughing for a while!
Hasbro Connect 4 Game
This two-player Hasbro Connect 4 Game [5] ($8) is great for family game night.
Play-Doh Sparkle Compound Collection
Your kids can make sparkly creations with this Play-Doh Sparkle Compound Collection [6] ($5).
Insect Lore Butterfly Growing Kit
This Insect Lore Butterfly Growing Kit [7] ($23) is for kids ages 4 and up to learn about how a caterpillar becomes a butterfly.
Crayola Ultra Clean Washable Markers
We're going to take a guess and assume that your kids' marker bucket could probably use a clean out! This box of Crayola Ultra Clean Washable Markers [8] ($5) has 12 markers inside.
Crayola Washable Finger Paints
Finger painting is a great way to keep younger kids busy, and this set of Crayola Washable Finger Paints [9] ($18) comes with six vibrant colours.
Crayola Neon Washable Sidewalk Chalk
This Crayola Neon Washable Sidewalk Chalk [10] ($5) will add a bit of brightness to your kids' elaborate chalk creations [11].
Space Jigsaw Puzzle
This gorgeous Space Jigsaw Puzzle [12] ($30) has 1,000 pieces and is great for older kids to work on.
Jumbo Sidewalk Chalk
Make sure your kids don't run out of the basic colours with this tub of Jumbo Sidewalk Chalk [13] ($14).
Crayola Twistables Crayons
No more peeling crayon wrappers! These Crayola Twistables Crayons [14] ($4) are great for kiddos who can colour for hours (OK, minutes).
Crayola Coloured Pencils
For older kids, this huge set of Crayola Coloured Pencils [15] ($19) has every colour they could need.
L.O.L. Surprise Dolls
There's nothing like a toy suprise just because — these L.O.L. Surprise Dolls [16] ($11) from the sparkle series are super popular right now.
Melissa & Doug Created by Me! Butterfly Magnets
Your child can customise four magnets with this set of Melissa & Doug Created by Me! Butterfly Magnets [17] ($5).
Crayola Washable Tie Dye Sidewalk Chalk
Tie dye is back in, so this Crayola Washable Tie Dye Sidewalk Chalk [18] ($5) is a fun extension of the trend.
Monopoly Deal Card Game
The best part about this Monopoly Deal Card Game [19] ($8)? It can be played in 15 minutes!
Melissa & Doug Scissor Skills Activity Pad
Help your child up their cutting skills with this Melissa & Doug Scissor Skills Activity Pad [20] ($5).
Battleship With Planes Strategy Board Game
There's nothing like a classic board game to pass the time. This Battleship With Planes Strategy Board Game [21] ($15) is aimed at kids ages 7 and up.
Play-Doh Case of Colours
This Play-Doh Case of Colours [22] ($25) comes with 36 colours!
Sorry! Game
This four-player classic Sorry! Game [23] ($8) is aimed at kids ages 6 and up.
Lego Classic Medium Creative Brick Box
This 484-piece Lego Classic Medium Creative Brick Box [24] ($27) is aimed at kids ages 4 and up and contains a variety of brightly coloured bricks for open-ended building.
Creativity For Kids Grow 'N Glow Terrarium Science Kit
Get some STEM learning in with this Creativity For Kids Grow 'N Glow Terrarium Science Kit [25] ($13).
Tara Toy Disney Princess Necklace Activity Set
How cute are these Tara Toy Disney Princess Necklace Activity Set [26] ($13)? They come in multiple princess varieties!
LCR Left Centre Right Dice Game
This quick-moving LCR Left Centre Right Dice Game [27] ($7) is perfect for families of three or more.
Step2 Rain Showers Splash Pond Water Table
Get outside with your kids! This Step2 Rain Showers Splash Pond Water Table [28] ($70) will keep them busy for a while!
Learning Resources Spike The Fine Motor Hedgehog
This colourful and adorable Learning Resources Spike The Fine Motor Hedgehog [29] ($11) helps toddlers work on their fine motor skills.