6 educational (But Fun!) Spring Break activities

Mix playtime and learning with these fun games, kits, and puzzles.

By Michele Kettner • Posted March 26, 2021 at 4:16 p.m.

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After a difficult year, kids (and parents) are definitely in need of a break. And luckily, spring break is hitting the region this week. Instead of letting your kiddos stare at a screen all day, grab one of these fun educational activities from a local boutique.

Let your little one start their own garden and view the seeds throughout the sprouting process. // Root Viewer, $46; Wee Chic

pop bottle kit — *Photo courtesy Pink & Brown Boutique*

Sneak in a lesson (or three) as you try out almost 80 different experiments with just one bottle. // Pop Bottle Science, $17.99; Pink & Brown Boutique

If your children are STEM-obsessed, this electronic kit is the way to go. // Elenco Motion Detector, $27.75; Kinder Haus Toys

candy chemistry — *Photo courtesy Child’s Play!*

Chemistry is a big part of baking and cooking. This experiment kit lets your kids make sweet treats while brushing up on the science behind it. // Candy Chemistry, $34.99; Child’s Play!

animals to spot book — *Photo courtesy Doodlehopper 4 Kids*

As you go on your next family walk, take along this book to play I-spy with the animals you see on your trek. // 1001 Animals to Spot, $9.99; Doodlehopper 4 Kids

animal puzzle — *Photo courtesy Red Barn Mercantile*

This puzzle will help your kids work on problem solving skills and learn about different species during play time. // Beautiful World 100 Piece Puzzle, eeBoo, $18; Red Barn Mercantile

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Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.