Summer fun, sorted: Our top picks for kids this season!
We know the summer holidays can feel long; from rainy-day boredom to endless snack requests and road trips that test everyone’s patience, keeping kids entertained whilst they’re out of school can be a challenge!
To give you a helping hand when you’ve already answered 50 questions before 6:00am, we’ve put together a list of our summer saviours for creative fun during the holidays. With everything from travel toys to bedtime wind-downs, we’ve got your summer activity stash covered!
Here’s our top picks for reusable, screen-free, travel-friendly activities to keep kids happy (and you, sane!) no matter where the holidays take you:
🌊 under the sea tablecloth
Whether you’re hosting a sunny garden party or trying to survive a wet-weather weekend, this reusable colour-in tablecloth is the perfect colour-in activity to keep kids entertained! Filled with sea life, kids can explore coral reefs, discover deep-sea creatures and learn about the layers of the ocean as they colour. Big enough for group fun, it’s brilliant for summer picnics, birthday parties, family barbecues or keeping little hands busy at the kids’ table. Plus with our wash-out pens, it can be used time and time again!
🦋 butterfly crossbody bag
Looking for a creative summer accessory for your little explorer? This stylish crossbody bag is a colour-in dream!
With a beautiful butterfly garden design and an adjustable strap, it’s perfect for storing all those must-keep treasures (and means you don’t end up carrying around a collection of pebbles and shells in your pockets!). Whether it’s a day at the beach, a nature walk or just a trip to the shops, this customisable bag lets kids bring creativity on every adventure!
🌙 color-in pajamas
Artwork you can wear? Yes please!
Our colourable pyjamas make the best creative wind-down activity at the end of a busy summer day. Kids can have fun colouring and customising their own set of PJ’s, then snuggle up and wear their masterpiece – ideal if you need to get kids excited for bedtime!
Available in our fun fairytale and dinosaur designs, our cosy sets are made from soft 100% cotton and come complete with our magic wash-out pens. Plus, the handy matching drawstring bag makes them ideal for travel - perfect for taking to sleepovers, on holiday or to see family this summer!
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🚗 working wheels placemat to go
Lightweight and travel friendly, this portable colour-in placemat is a road trip essential for transport-loving kids!
With fire engines, diggers, tractors and more to colour in, it’ll keep little ones occupied for hours as they wait for food at home, in restaurants and cafes, or whilst travelling. Complete with a set of wash-out pens, the double-sided cotton placemat folds up neatly into its matching mini tote bag and is the ideal size for lap trays - brilliant for taking on your journeys by car, train or plane!
🌍 world map backpack
The perfect choice for your mini globetrotter!
This practical, lightweight backpack is great for travel, day trips and everything in between - plus it’s also an educational colouring activity! Kids can learn about countries, landmarks and animals around the world as they colour their way across the globe. And since it’s washable and reusable, the adventure never ends!
Whether you’re planning days at home or gearing up for exciting getaways, we hope our top picks help make the holidays that little bit easier (and a lot more fun!).
Don’t forget, you can get in touch with us on social media and share your adventures and colouring creations by using #eatsleepdoodle – we always love to see what you’re up to! You can also tag us on Instagram (@eatsleepdoodle_), Facebook (@eatsleepdoodlehq) and TikTok (@eatsleepdoodle).