The fall bucket list ideas for kids are practically endless, between apple picking, leaf-peeping, hiking, and biking. But sometimes, all you want to do is put on some sweats, grab a PSL (that’s pumpkin spice latte for those not in the know) and stay home where it’s warm, comfortable, and not overly crowded. It’s not lazy, it’s practical, people.

And good news for the homebodies (and their like-minded kids): there are some easy, inexpensive ways to embrace this season from the comfort of home that’ll keep your little ones engaged, entertained, and off the screens. And just like haunted hayrides and photo ops at the pumpkin patch, these activities can also become core memories and/or brand-new family traditions. Here are 8 suggestions:

• An indoor scavenger hunt is easier to execute than you might think; have your kiddo search your home for seasonal items such as a blue scarf, a piece of Halloween chocolate, a mask from a costume etc. Make the search as easy or difficult as you’d like.

• Bake pumpkin spice treats, focusing specifically on easy recipes that kids can “help” with. Try some healthy pumpkin recipes for kids for desserts like granola bars, donuts, cookies, muffins, and more.

• Get crafty with fall-inspired art made out of acorns, leaves, sticks, and pinecones (okay, this one does require a quick trip outside to the backyard). Your kid can follow an online tutorial for a nature craft that strikes their fancy, or use their creativity to conceptualize their own decorative wreath, leaf print, bird feeder, or wood creature from the materials found in nature.

• Arrange a family fashion show where your kids model and style their winter wardrobe. Bonus points if they want to creative direct a photoshoot too!

• Make your own fall slime in red, orange and yellow; here’s a DIY guide to making fall slime, complete with leaf-shaped confetti and gold glitter

• Assemble a fall sensory bin with seasonal items like corn kernels, pumpkin seeds, plastic gourds, faux leaves, and uncooked rice.

• Build a fort out of blankets and pillows (large Amazon boxes can do the trick too). Turn the fort into a cozy reading nook or calm down corner with Squishmallows and fidget toys.

What’d we miss? What’s your kids’ favorite indoor activity this time of year?

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